Al Arabi coach Cosmin Contra spoke to the media ahead of their 2025-2026 Doha Bank Stars League Week 13 match against Al Gharafa.

“The Al Gharafa match will not be easy and we must approach it cautiously given its significance, especially as it comes at a crucial time in the second half of the season. The players are ready. Our mission is not just to win, but to deliver a performance that reflects our efforts to maintain our momentum,” said Cosmin.

Al Arabi player Abdullah Al Sulaiti said, “Al Gharafa are a well-organized team with players capable of capitalizing on opportunities. We understand that this match could determine our course in the second half of league. The team’s morale is high and we are fully prepared for the match. Our goal is to secure the three points to continue our positive run.”