{
  "id": 9978531,
  "title": "UAE and Bahrain coaches ready teams for Gulf Cup second round clash",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/uae-and-bahrain-coaches-ready-teams-for-gulf-cup-second-round-clash",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-26T12:33:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ajel English",
    "slug": "ajel-english",
    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/sports/ipyjtrvp0"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The head coaches of the UAE and Bahrain national teams have declared their squads fully prepared for the second round match in the Gulf Cup, set to take place in Jeddah on Tuesday. UAE coach Zlatko Dalic stressed the significance of the match against Bahrain in Group B, emphasizing the team's readiness to secure a positive result and advance towards qualification. He highlighted the strength of the opposition, stating that they will face a team with experienced players and an experienced coaching staff. Dalic urged his team to perform better than in the opening round and to capitalize on opportunities. UAE player Nicolas Gimenez echoed these sentiments, confirming the team's readiness and noting that all participating teams are closely matched. Bahrain's head coach, Dragan Talajic, acknowledged the challenge ahead, acknowledging the closely contested nature of the tournament and expressing confidence in his team's ability to improve. He praised the UAE's performance in their first match and called for focus and speed during the match. Talajic also commended the UAE's coaching staff. Bahrain player Mahdi Abduljabbar confirmed his team's readiness, emphasizing the team's focus on refining their technical skills and finishing ability, and expressed confidence in their coaching approach and determination to give their best in the match.",
  "summary": "Coaches of the UAE and Bahrain national teams say their squads are fully prepared for the Gulf Cup's second round match in Jeddah on Tuesday.",
  "key_points": [
    "UAE and Bahrain teams declared ready for Group B match in Jeddah.",
    "UAE coach Zlatko Dalic emphasizes team's readiness and improvement.",
    "Bahrain coach Dragan Talajic acknowledges challenge and team's confidence."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}