Doha: Al Gharafa coach Pedro Martins and Al Sadd coach Roberto Mancini spoke to the media ahead of their 2025-2026 Doha Bank Stars League Week 14 match scheduled for Saturday. Martins emphasized the crucial importance of the upcoming match against Al Sadd, scheduled for Saturday at Thani bin Jassim Stadium, as part of the 14th round of the Qatar Stars League (Doha Bank League). According to Qatar News Agency, in his remarks during the pre-match press conference, Martins stated that the team's preparations for the match have been positive, stressing that everyone understands the magnitude and significance of the encounter in the race for the league title this season. He added that the team has shown a remarkable response from the players recently, reflected in their victories in the last two matches, which has boosted morale ahead of the Al Sadd clash. For his part, Al Sadd coach Roberto Mancini said: "All league matches are very difficult and in the next match we will face the league leaders, which will mak e it even more difficult. But for us, it is very important that we try to win this match." Mancini emphasized the necessity of closing the five-point gap between the two teams, expressing that a victory could reignite their title chase. He expressed confidence in his players and their preparations, targeting the crucial three points in the upcoming match.