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Tigers Coach on Thin Ice Amidst Poor Results
9 Apr
Summary
- Al-Ittihad lost nine league games this season.
- Coach Conceição faces criticism for team's performance.
- Sacking the coach now is deemed impractical by a former star.
Portuguese manager Sérgio Conceição faces mounting pressure at Al-Ittihad following a series of disappointing performances. The club has recorded nine losses in the Roshen League this season, with their most recent outing resulting in a 4-3 defeat against Neom. This loss comes just days before the Tigers' crucial AFC Champions League play-off tie against Al-Wahda.
Despite the team's struggles, former Al-Ittihad star Manaf Abu Shukair has spoken out against calls for Conceição's dismissal. He argued that sacking the coach at this late stage would be impractical and counterproductive. Abu Shukair expressed dissatisfaction with Conceição's management, citing a lack of team personality, defensive frailties, and questionable tactical decisions.
Abu Shukair further suggested that while the current squad may not possess the quality to win the AFC Champions League, the club's legacy and support could still be factors. He acknowledged that the current situation under Conceição is unsatisfactory, though he emphasized the impracticality of immediate change.
