Al Rayyan focused on tight defence in Al Hilal clash

Doha, Qatar: Coach Poya Asbaghi wants a solid Al Rayyan defence as they host Al Hilal in their opening match of the AFC Champions League (ACL) Elite t...

Doha, Qatar: Coach Poya Asbaghi wants a solid Al Rayyan defence as they host Al Hilal in their opening match of the AFC Champions League (ACL) Elite this evening.

The Saudi Pro League giants will enter the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on the back of three straight wins in the top flight in which they have scored nine goals. 

Asbaghi feels Al Rayyan can bounce back from a slow start to their local season and start their Asian campaign on a high note by putting a strong defensive display against Jorge Jesus-coached side.    

“Al Rayyan will have to be completely focused in this important match. We will be up against a very tough side which is very strong in the offensive. We are looking to give a good show but we will have to play the match with utmost concentration to achieve the desired result,” the Al Rayyan coach said yesterday 

“We have studied Al Hilal and we know them well. It is a match which will be completely different from the local league games and we must play it with a strict defensive organisation,” the Swede added.