Wissam Abu Ali was essential in building Palestine against Amman and Faraj was on the bench
Palestine national team coach Makram Daboub announced the squad for the World Cup Asian qualifiers match against Oman.
Al-Ahly striker Wissam Abu Ali will start the match, while Zamalek striker Omar Farag is on the bench.
The team will travel to Amman, Jordan, to face South Korea on the 19th of this month.
How does Coach Makram Daboub plan to prepare the Palestine national team for consecutive matches against Oman and South Korea?
Exclusive Interview with Coach Makram Daboub Ahead of World Cup Asian Qualifiers
Interviewer: Thank you for joining us, Coach Daboub. As the Palestine national team gears up for the crucial World Cup Asian qualifiers against Oman, can you share your thoughts on the squad selection and the strategy you plan to implement?
Makram Daboub: Thank you for having me. It’s an exciting time for us. The squad we’ve announced represents our best options for these matches. Every player has demonstrated commitment and skill, and I’m confident that they will step up to the challenge.
Interviewer: Notably, Al-Ahly striker Wissam Abu Ali will be starting while Zamalek striker Omar Farag will be on the bench. What influenced your decision regarding their selections?
Makram Daboub: Wissam has been performing exceptionally well in recent matches, and his ability to finish chances is something we’ll need against Oman. Omar is a talented player, and I believe he can make a significant impact when he comes off the bench. Each game requires a different approach, and having a balance between starting players and substitutes is crucial.
Interviewer: The team will also be traveling to Amman to face South Korea shortly after the match against Oman. How does this affect your preparations for the qualifiers?
Makram Daboub: It’s a busy schedule, no doubt. After the match with Oman, we must quickly shift our focus to South Korea. Our preparation will be crucial; we’ll analyze our performance against Oman and adapt our strategy accordingly. It’s about maintaining fitness and mental focus as we prepare for two very different challenges.
Interviewer: Can you tell us more about any player who you feel might be a key player for the upcoming matches?
Makram Daboub: While I believe every player on our roster has the potential to shine, I have high expectations for Musab Al-Battat. He brings both experience and creativity to the team, and I think he’ll be instrumental in linking up our play and creating opportunities.
Interviewer: Lastly, what message do you have for the fans as the team heads into these important qualifiers?
Makram Daboub: Our fans have always been our backbone, and their support means the world to us. We promise to give our all on the pitch and do our best to make them proud. We want them to believe that we can achieve great things together.
Interviewer: Thank you, Coach Daboub, for your insights. Best of luck in the upcoming matches!
Makram Daboub: Thank you! We appreciate all the support.
The Palestine national team roster for the Oman and South Korea matches includes:
Rami Hamadeh, Tawfiq Ali, Bara Kharoub, Milad Tirmanini, Mohammad Saleh, Musab Al-Battat, Yasir Hamad, Mohammad Khalil, Musa Farawi, Wagdi Navan, Amid Mahajana, Amid Sawafta, Camilo Saldana, Adi Kharoub, Mohammad Bassem, Tamer Seeram Mustafa, Zidane, Ata Jaber, Muhammad Darwish, Jonathan Zorilla, Aladin Hasan, Mahmoud Abu Wardeh, Omar Faraj, Zayed Al-Kanbar, Uday al-Dabbagh, and Wissam Abu Ali.