Al-Fayha, a club in the Saudi Pro League, concluded their pre-season training camp in Austria with
a narrow 0-1 loss to Turkish side Konyaspor on Friday. The match marked the team’s final friendly
before returning home to prepare for the upcoming Saudi Pro League season.
Greek coach Christos Kontis fielded a starting lineup featuring players like Abdurraouf Dhikbil,
Sami Al-Khaibari, Fares Abdi, Mohammed Al-Buqawi, Khaled Al-Rumaih, Rakan Al-Kaabi,
Bosnian midfielder Gojko Cimirot, Nawaf Al-Harthi, Zambian forward Fashion Sakala, Khaled Al-Kaabi,
and Sattam Al-Luhaiani. The coach made only a few substitutions in the second half, indicating his focus
on assessing the starting players’ readiness for the season.
About Al-Fayha
Al-Fayha, based in Al Majma’ah, has been a rising force in Saudi football. The club has a strong emphasis on
developing local talent while also bringing in international players to bolster the squad. Known for their vibrant
orange colors, the team has a dedicated fan base and has shown consistent improvement in recent seasons.
They have a history of competing fiercely in the Saudi Pro League and are looking to make a strong impact in the upcoming season.
Match Summary and Pre-Season Performance
In their final training session on Saturday morning, the team will wrap up their Austrian camp before heading back
to Al Majma’ah. The pre-season campaign included a 0-1 loss to Croatian side Slaven Belupo, a convincing 4-0 victory
over Austrian club Raichenau, and a 1-1 draw with Cypriot team Aris Limassol.
Al-Fayha’s preparations have been comprehensive, focusing on building team chemistry and assessing player form.
The match against Konyaspor provided valuable insights for Kontis as he fine-tunes his strategies for the season.
Upcoming Fixtures
Al-Fayha is set to kick off their Saudi Pro League campaign on August 22nd with an away match against Al-Taawoun
at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Buraidah. This opening fixture will be a critical test for the team as
they aim to start the season on a positive note.
As the team heads back to Saudi Arabia, fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the new season, hoping for a strong
performance from Al-Fayha. The club’s blend of local and international talent, along with strategic coaching, sets
the stage for an exciting season ahead.
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