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QSL online caught up with Al Sadd’s number 11 Baghdad Bounedjah to get his thoughts on this week’s Qatar Clasico match against Al Rayyan.
What are your expectations for the Qatar Classico?
It’s going to be a tough game. We are playing the champions of Qatar and that represents a special challenge. Secondly this will be a huge game with plenty of fans in attendance, so I am expecting a lively atmosphere.
How do you feel ahead of this first Qatar Classico for you?
I am very excited to play in this game. I was lucky enough to be in Doha for the first game, and I witnessed a real spectacle. All of the fans in full voice, this is the game you want to be a part of as a player.
What are the strengths & weaknesses in each team?
Each side has strengths and weakness, but as a team we are just focusing on the win. We want to get all three points and consolidate our place in second.
Which player you fear in Al Rayyan?
I am not afraid of any player in Al Rayyan and I don’t know lots of them. Our role is just to focus on the game and getting the win. If we play our game, we will be able to defeat Al Rayyan.
What do you think of the confrontation between Al Sadd offense & Al Rayyan defense?
It’s going to be a battle! Al Rayyan has been good defensively this season, this is one of the reasons they are the QSL champions. Honestly I think we have the team spirit to beat Al Rayyan.
What is your ambition this season with Al Sadd?
I think we have the personnel to win all the trophies we compete in this season. I always look to do my best, and I feel that with the squad we have and our training team, we can do this.
Is Sadd capable of winning both the Qatar Cup & Emir Cup titles?
Certainly, our aims are to finish second in the league and then look to win both the Qatar Cup and Emir Cup competitions.
Have you enjoyed your time in the QSL this season?
Yes! The Qatar Stars League is very strong and competitive league, with plenty of excitement in the games. I have enjoyed my football here, and that is helped by the high quality of players that are in Qatar.
What is your evaluation of your performance with Al Sadd up till now?
Personally I do not feel that I am 100% after being injured for a period. However I am getting back to full sharpness and I am eager to prove to Al Sadd how good I can be in the future.
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