En-Nesyri: Al-Ain a tough opponent, focus key for Al-Ittihad win

Al-Ittihad striker Youssef En-Nesyri has emphasized the difficulty of the upcoming match against UAE side Al-Ain on Monday in the AFC Elite Champions League.

The much-anticipated encounter between Al-Ittihad and Al-Ain will take place at Al-Inma Stadium in King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, on Monday evening as part of the tournament’s fourth round.

Speaking exclusively to Ajel after Al-Ittihad’s main training session, En-Nesyri said: “It will be a tough and intense match between two strong teams. Al-Ain are a formidable opponent and deserve our full respect, but our goal from the start has been clear—to win and deliver the performance our fans expect at home.”

He added, “We have completed our preparations excellently, and team morale is high. Facing Al-Ain requires maximum focus for the full 90 minutes. We promise our fans to give everything to secure a positive result that supports our ambitions in the Champions League.”

Al-Ittihad head into the match eighth in the group stage, aiming to climb the standings, while group leaders Al-Ain are looking to maintain their top spot and continue their impressive form.