Al Kharaitiyat’s Moroccan attackers Anouar Diba and Rachid Tiberkanine revealed their excitement  ahead of the new QNB Stars League season which is set to kick-off on Friday evening. Both players were influential in helping the Thunders beat the drop last term, and will be hoping for a strong start when they take on Umm Salal on Friday, 

Opening up the interview, top scorer Rachid Tiberkanine revealed that stability is key for his team. “Our goal is to build on the strong finish that we had last year The squad has not changed too much this season, but we have added good players to the side.” 

Whilst Anouar Diba added that preparations had gone well for Kharaitiyat ahead of the big kick-off. “We enjoyed a strong preseason in Turkey, the group put in some good performances and came together as a team. The club management have also done everything they can to help the side do their very best.” 

“We believe in our abilities and feel that we can surprise some teams this season. If we start strongly we have a chance to do well in the league” added Tiberkanine. 

Wrapping up the interview, playmaker Diba added that he was looking forward to taking on Umm Salal and beginning the new QNB Stars League season. “Umm Salal will be a real test for us, they have proven themselves as one of the toughest sides in recents years. However we are fully ready and will give our best to start the league well.”