Zlatko Confident: The Match Against Saudi Arabia is the Easiest.. Just Enjoy

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Croatian Zlatko Dalic, the head coach of the UAE national team, considered the match against Saudi Arabia in the final of the Gulf Cup 27 on Tuesday to be the "easiest match" of the tournament, urging his players to enjoy the game and give their best against one of the strongest teams in the tournament.

Dalic said at a press conference on Monday: We will face one of the strongest teams in the Gulf Cup 27, with their clean sheet, in addition to the advantage of home ground, fans, and the pitch. The challenge is tough, and we are ready. We have worked throughout the tournament for this match.

He added: The match against Saudi Arabia will be the easiest match; because it is the final. I want the players to enjoy this match.

Dalic warned of the danger posed by the Saudi team in set pieces, emphasizing the need to handle them in the best possible way, while acknowledging that there has not been enough time to develop this aspect as required for the UAE team.

The Croatian coach sent a message to the fans, saying: I hope the fans will support us, I am very happy with them and grateful for their support in the Emirates. I lived in the Emirates for many years, and I always see this support and love from the fans. The Emirates is a beautiful country, and I have developed in this country, which is dear to my heart like Croatia.