With the arrival of many high-level players from the various European championships, playing time has significantly decreased for local players. A situation which does not help the new national coach who did not hesitate to send a message at a press conference before the friendly match between Saudi Arabia and Japan. A match where the Japanese gained the upper hand over their opponents by winning with a score of 2 goals to 0. Daichi Kamada and Koki Ogawa found the way to goal.
“ Three years ago, Saudi players played every match. Today, 50 to 60% of them don’t play. This is the first problem, the only problem we have with this Championship”launched the technician, himself leaving for Saudi Arabia in September 2023 after slamming the door on the Italian selection.
Roberto Mancini’s Saudis will have the opportunity to recover on October 15 in front of their home crowd against Bahrain.
