Ali Asad returns to training

Al Sadd midfielder Ali Asad returned to training with the first team on Sunday after his recovery from a muscle injury.

Ali made his return during Sunday’s training session, which saw the first team resume training after a two-day break, to prepare for the restart of the QNB Stars League.

During the session, head coach Xavi and his staff focused on physical fitness, with the team set to face tough challenges at home and in Asia in the upcoming period. Later, the players worked on technical and tactical training.

Meanwhile, Sunday’s session also saw the return of the South Korean duo of Nam Tae-hee and Jung Woo-young, after the end of their national team commitments during the international break.