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<p>Karim Boudiaf is one of the best midfielders in the QNB Stars League. He has played a key role for Al Duhail in many games. He always makes the difference with his swift moves, passes and sense of positioning.</p><p>In an exclusive interview with QSL Online ahead of Al Duhail’s big game against Al Sadd in Week 19 of the QNB Stars League, Boudiaf gives his takes on a variety of topics.</p><p><strong>What’s your impression of the Round 19 fixture against Al Sadd?</strong></p><p>Our matches against Al Sadd are always full of excitement. I consider it as a final due to the thin margin of difference in points between the teams.</p><p><strong>Do you think this game’s result will settle the league title?</strong></p><p>Definitely, it’s a decisive match, with not many games remaining this season.</p><p><strong>Al Duhail are considered the favourites and you had won in the first phase…</strong></p><p>The result of games like this can’t be predicted. Personally, I believe both teams have equal chances.</p><p><strong>What’re the factors that can help Al Duhail win three points?</strong></p><p>The most crucial factor is the fighting spirit of our players on the field. And when players’ skills combine with coaches’ strategies, it makes further difference.</p><p><strong>Which Al Sadd player attracts you the most?</strong></p><p>Al Sadd have many top-quality players in all departments of the game. I don’t want to specify. We do respect all their players.</p><p><strong>Will it be an offensive game from both sides or tactical one?</strong></p><p>I believe the match will be an offensive game mainly because of top attackers on either side. Both teams are attack-minded.</p><p><strong>What’s special about your team this season?</strong></p><p>Our players have become more experienced and that reflects on the team’s performance, be it in the QNB Stars League or AFC Champions League.</p>
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<p><strong>How do you assess your performance so far?</strong></p><p>Thank God, I’ve been performing well this season and I’m very satisfied with it. I hope to get better.</p><p><strong>What’s your promise to the club management and fans?</strong></p><p>I promise them that I’ll keep performing well in order to achieve more victories. I also hope this game versus Al Sadd will reflect the development of Qatar football.</p><p><strong>What’re your targets this season?</strong></p><p>I wish we could reach far in the AFC Champions League and win more titles.</p><p><strong>Is the team capable of winning more than one title this season?</strong></p><p>Yes, our team is ready to do so.</p><p><strong>How far do you think Al Duhail can go in the AFC Champions League?</strong></p><p>Al Duhail can move forward well in the AFC Champions League. We’ve gained wide experience and we know well how to perform in away matches and get positive results.</p><p><strong>Finally, what you would like to add?</strong></p><p>I hope our match against Al Sadd will come out well and may the best team win.</p>