El Khatoui (Olympique Safi Coach): "We Are Ready to Face Wydad and Hope to Achieve Victory to Make Our Fans Happy"
T.E (Elbotola)
15 March 2026at14:44
Chouikri El Khatoui, head coach of Olympique Safi, expressed his team's readiness for their CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final first-leg clash against Wydad AC.
Speaking at the pre-match press conference, El Khatoui stated, "We are ready and have full confidence. We will play to bring joy to the Olympique Safi fans. God willing, we will show great spirit from all the players and deliver a good performance."
He continued, "We need our fans; they are not the 12th player but the number one player, especially during difficult times. God willing, we will see the team at its best. I am optimistic, and we hope to achieve victory to make all our fans happy."
Olympique Safi is set to host Wydad AC on Sunday at Stade El Massira, with kick-off scheduled for 10:00 PM (GMT).
What is Olympique Safi's coach saying about their upcoming match?
Olympique Safi's coach, Chouikri El Khatoui, expressed his team's full readiness and confidence for their CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final first-leg clash. He emphasized their determination to play with great spirit and deliver a strong performance to bring joy to their fans.
How important are the fans to Olympique Safi's coach for this game?
Olympique Safi's coach considers their fans crucial, not just the 12th player, but the number one player, especially during challenging moments. He believes their support is vital for the team to perform at its best and achieve a desired outcome.
When and where will Olympique Safi face Wydad AC?
Olympique Safi is scheduled to host Wydad AC on Sunday for their CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final first-leg match. The game will take place at Stade El Massira, with the kick-off set for 10:00 PM GMT.
