Caio Lucas Pledges Full Commitment to UAE's World Cup Dream
As-salamu alaykum! Caio Lucas, the forward for the UAE national football team, has expressed his deep dedication to helping the team qualify for the World Cup. He said he’s ready to give his all for the UAE’s chances in the upcoming qualifiers.
The team is starting their campaign with matches in Doha, facing Oman first and then Qatar at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium. The group’s winner will earn a spot in the World Cup finals in North America next summer. After Oman and Qatar drew their first game, the UAE needs a win and a draw to top the group and move on.
Lucas is one of the key players, though he’s still regaining full fitness after an injury. He missed some games early in the UAE Pro League but made a strong impression when he first played for the national team earlier this year. His close relationship with coach Cosmin Olaroiu, who managed his club Sharjah before taking over the national team, is expected to boost his role.
He hopes to help the UAE make its first World Cup appearance since 1990 and says, “It’s a great honor to be part of the national team. I just want to give back and will do everything I can to win these two games.”
Born in Brazil and having spent part of his youth in Japan, Lucas moved to the UAE nine years ago and has been a key player for both Al Ain and Sharjah clubs.
Another player, Nicolas Jimenez, recently gained UAE citizenship and is eager to contribute in these crucial matches. He came from Argentina and has been a vital part of Al Wasl’s success. He shared how proud he is to represent the UAE and how much he has prepared for this moment.
The whole national team is focused and ready to give their best insha’Allah, aiming to bring joy to the nation through this important sporting journey.
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