Al Wasl head coach Rui Vitória expects a tough encounter against Al Nasr in Saturday's Bur Dubai Derby at Zabeel Stadium, as both sides prepare for their ADIB Cup Gameweek 4 clash.
Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Vitória said Al Nasr would present a difficult challenge following their victory in the previous match, but stressed that his team's main priority was to focus on its own performance.
"It will be a difficult match for both teams. We are facing a strong opponent who won their last match, but the most important thing is to focus on ourselves and what we need to do," Vitória said.
The Portuguese coach expressed satisfaction with Al Wasl's performances in the competition, having secured three consecutive victories to lead the standings with nine points.
"We are performing well in this competition and sitting at the top of the table, but of course we want to win. We will be playing at home in front of our supporters," he added.
Vitória insisted that his players would approach the derby with determination, stressing that their objective was to claim another victory and maintain their perfect record.
"We will face our opponents with great ambition and give our best. Our goal is to win and collect all three points," he said.
Meanwhile, Al Nasr head coach Miloš Milojević expects a demanding contest, particularly with his side playing away from home.
"The Bur Dubai Derby is always a difficult match, especially when playing at our opponents' ground," Milojević said.
The Serbian coach expressed confidence in his team's preparations and readiness for the encounter.
"We have trained well and are ready for the match. If we perform at 100 per cent of our abilities, we can secure victory and make our supporters happy," he added.
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