“I thank the fans for their presence in the quarter-final match and for cheering us until the end of the shootout and even after that,” said the versatile attacker who turns 17 today.

“As players, it's natural for the fans to motivate and lift us up. I couldn't be more thankful to receive such support.

“Honestly, our belief now is 10 out of 10 because we trust each other as players. We have confidence in each other and the coaching staff. God willing, we'll win the tournament.”

Trusted by head coach Mario da Silva as a key component in Saudi Arabia’s attack, Sufyani has started all four matches in the tournament thus far and that is unlikely to change going into the semi-final against Korea Republic on Thursday.

Capable of playing anywhere across the frontline and even slightly deeper as an attacking midfielder, Sufyani has one goal and two assists and takes after another Saudi Arabian star.

“Honestly, I love the way Salem Al Dawsari plays. While he’s a winger, he sometimes plays in more than one position. 

“Personally, I believe I can also play in multiple roles — whether it's midfield, winger, or forward.”

Being with Al Nassr has meant the opportunity to be around one of the world’s most famous footballers - Cristiano Ronaldo.

Since joining the club, the Portuguese superstar has not only been a major interest for the media but also for aspiring footballers like Sufyani who is close to being on the same pitch with the multiple UEFA Champions League winner.

“There was an opportunity for me to train with the first team but we had a national team camp. But God willing, after this tournament is over, I hope to train with them and play. It has been a great motivation for us young players to have Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia. 

“It's a motivation for the entire Saudi people, especially the players at Al Nassr as they get the chance to play at the first team level and learn everything from him.”

The 40-year-old former Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus forward is as hungry as ever to win titles and to score goals - a trait that young Sufyani has imbued into his own psyche.

“There's nothing that stops us - just look at Cristiano, what he's doing at his age after what he has achieved winning the Champions League and European Championship - yet is still aiming for more. 

“We have to also aspire to achieve everything and we won't stop whether with the national team or club.”