MUSCAT: Nearly after two years, footballs fans in the country will return to the stadium to watch Oman face Saudi Arabia in the 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.
Last week the Supreme Committee issued a decision allowing 30% fully vaccinates people to watch the important match inside the iconic Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Baushar. Excitement is in the air since the decision with fans running for match tickets. “I have been looking to get one ticket to watch but sadly I am told its all sold out “ said Mohammed Al Balushi, an ardent football fan from Al Seeb.
The match begins in SQSC at 8pm on Tuesday.
The entry mechanism will also be subject to checking the bar code on the ticket and presenting it along with an ID card and fully vaccinated certificate.
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Following Oman’s impressive win against Asian powerhouse Japan 1-0 in Tokyo last week, the Red Warriors will be looking to continue the winning streak. “We are going all out against the Saudis. This is going to be a special game for us as we are returning to the home ground after two years,” said Oman coach Branko Ivankovic.
Meanwhile speaking to reporters after arriving in Oman, Renard said he does not underestimate the Red Warriors. “I am closely watching the Reds,” he said. “They have a good coach and since his arrival the team has become more disciplined and their fighting spirit has improved. I was impressed by their fighting spirit in front of Japan. We do not underestimate them,” Renard added.
