Overview
- Georgios Donis told reporters that Saudi are prepared for the Gulf Cup final but remain tired after playing 120 minutes in the semi‑final against Qatar.
- Donis described the UAE as one of the tournament’s best teams and credited coach Zlatko Dalić with a precise tactical reading of matches.
- The Saudi coach said he will prioritise selecting the strongest defensive and attacking players and will put extra focus on set pieces to create chances.
- Midfielder Mohammed Kanno expressed respect for the UAE, backed his teammates to deliver the title and said the team wants to settle the match in regular time rather than in a penalty shootout.
- The final concludes a Jeddah tournament that saw disciplinary exclusions, an eligibility protest and a drawing of lots, and Saudi view the competition as preparation for the 2027 Asian Cup while seeking a long‑awaited Gulf Cup win.