UAE coach Dalic says team ready for Oman clash in Gulf Cup semi-final in Jeddah

UAE national football team head coach Zlatko Dalic has confirmed his squad is fully prepared to face Oman tomorrow in the semi-finals of the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup, which will be held at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah.

Speaking at a press conference today, Dalic said his technical staff had thoroughly studied the Omani team, particularly their performance in the final 20 minutes against Kuwait. He noted that Oman boasts strong players and showed impressive resilience, which helped them reach this stage.

Dalic added that the match would be challenging given Oman's level throughout the tournament. He expressed satisfaction with the UAE players' performances so far, emphasizing that the team's focus is on the Oman match and approaching the tournament step by step, regardless of predictions.

Significance of the tournament and player readiness

Dalic highlighted the importance of the Gulf Cup for all participating teams, explaining that everyone is working hard to reach the final. He said the two-day rest period had helped the players recover their energy and stressed that winning the title would require continued effort and top performances.

For his part, UAE player Khalifa Al Hammadi affirmed his team's respect for Oman, stating that the players are concentrating on themselves and preparing to give their best in order to reach the final.