PLDC - Ahvaz, The Esteghlal Khuzestan coach said, "Our game against Rah Ahan is very important. If we can beat Rah Ahan, then we can play more relaxed against Tractor Sazi next week."
In a pre-match press conference, Veisi said, "Adel Kolahkaj, Hassan Mavi and Hossein Kaebi won't be available to play. We have rested for several days, and started our training according to schedule."
He continued, "In the mid-season break we must find our weaknesses and fix our problems. We are in need of a full-back and a striker, and must fill these spots. I promise that we will be in the top half of the table in the second half of the season."
By: Arman Tamjidi