AFC Champions League Two
Munir El Haddadi and Jasir Asani gave Esteghlal a comfortable cushion going into the break as Ricardo Sa Pinto’s side registered their first win with the Portuguese tactician praising his team’s composure.
#ACLTwo | Group A: Esteghlal FC (IRN) 2-0 Al Wehdat (JOR)
“We had a good performance in the first half and scored. In the second half, we were looking to control the game,” said Sa Pinto. “We had the opportunity to add to our goal tally, but unfortunately, Alireza Koushki received a red card and the game ended with the same result. We had to control the game. Congratulations to my players. This is the Esteghlal I want.”
Sa Pinto also saved praise for the cohesion that has begun to define his team.
“I have come to believe that I don't want to move my defensive line anymore. Unless the players get injured. Saleh Hardani is doing well and will play in the same position for now. Unless I feel that he has declined.”
“We have good young players that we are using. These young players have played well and have repaid my trust. We have many options and we can use many players. We played a good game and we are proud of it.”
For Al Wehdat, it was a tough night, with head coach Jamal Mahmoud admitting that Esteghlal’s quality told the difference.
“We saw a good game from both teams, but Esteghlal had a better performance and won,” said Mahmoud. “They have good and quality players and they played great in this game and got what they deserved. Our players were scared and could not have a good performance.”
“The Al Wehdat squad has a good future. I have come to bring this team to the desired level with the help of the technical staff.”
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