New Al Sadd coach Ferreira pledges 'total commitment'

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Sunday, November 29th 2015 03:31 AM

DOHA: New Al Sadd coach Jesualdo Ferreira yesterday said he is committed to helping his side win titles again, saying he is 'eyeing success' at Qatar'smostsuccessfulclub. The former Zamalek coach has replaced Hussein Amute who was with the side for the last three years. "I am happy to come to Doha and this will be my first time here," the vastly experienced Portuguese coach said at his first media conference. "I hope to succeed with this side by getting desired results at all events we play," he added. The 69-year-old was the assistant manager for the Portuguese national team in the 1990s, and manager for the under-21 national team until the 1999–00 season. "Al Sadd is a new challenge for me. I hope I can lead the side to more wins and we return to the top in Qatar Stars League (QSL)," he said. "That will be our goal," he said. "I will need everyone's support as we look to the future," Ferreira said. He said Al Sadd possessed 'quality young talent' and that he will work on the new players at all levels. He pointed out that he arrived in Doha four days ago and is gearing up for the rest of the QSL season. Ferreira said Al Sadd will be targetting to reaching the top in Asian Champions League. Ferreira said: "Al Sadd has quality players and we won't be looking at new players." The Portuguese praised Qatar's preparation to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup. "I have seen the work going on at Khalifa International Stadium which will be a masterpiece of a sports venue when completed," he said. Ferreira said he expected Qatar to be ready much before the start of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. "I would urge the fans to stand behind this great team and the players to focus on playing well and giving their best," he said.