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Rayyan will compete for the title: Rashed al-Khalifa

Qatar Stars League website had an exclusive interview with Al Rayyan Sports Club Vice President Rashed al-Khalifa to get his thoughts on Rayyan’s perfect start in the QSL.
First, al-Khalifa noted that the start to the season is down to the good preparations by the players, coaches and technical staff in preseason. “We have worked hard in the summer to sign the best local and professional talent. Then with the signing of head coach Jorge Fossati we have assembled the best possible staff.”
Commenting on whether Al Rayyan will be able to continue with the same unbeaten approach al-Khalifa said: “First I hope that the squad stays fit and we don’t suffer any serious injuries, the season is long and we have to focus on each and every game.”
On Rayyan’s title push, al-Khalifa noted: “We will compete for the league title along with some other teams. We have had a good start to the season and that has given Rayyan self-confidence. I have confidence that we will continue our good form in the coming games, and be amongst the title mixup.”
Next week Al Rayyan will face Lekhwiya in round 7 of the QSL season on Saturday the 31st of October. Talking on the upcoming match al-Khalifa said: “Lekhwiya are the Qatar Stars League champions, and have plenty of good players and a good coach, their last two defeats could happen to any team. I expect the game to be very difficult between the two teams, and I hope to be Rayyan can grab the win and continue the perfect start to the season. “

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