Qatar coach Fernandes leads strenuous training

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Saturday, September 6th 2014 04:12 PM

DOHA: Head coach of Qatar Oscar Fernandes is busy preparing the Qatar juniors for the AFC U-16 Asian Cup with emphasis on how to play dominant football in wet weather. Qatar is one of 16 teams to feature in the event starting on Sunday. The players in the squad have been undergoing lengthy training spells with coach Fernandes heading the show. Special emphasis has been laid on playing in wet weather that is expected in Thailand, the venue of the event. Qatar take on Iran (September 7), face Syria (September 9) and play regional rivals Saudi Arabia (September 11) in the group stage three matches.