Here are more post-match comments made by Steven Gerrard after his Al Ettifaq side beat Pitso Mosimane's Abha Club in the Saudi Pro League on the weekend.Speaking after his team picked up all three points following a 3-0 win over Abha Club on Saturday, the Liverpool legend was critical of his opponents' approach, saying they"tried to provoke us by wasting time".
These remarks were posted on Al Ettifaq's X account, and more of the former England midfielder's comments have surfaced online. Gerrard, 43, was proud of his team's showing at the Abdullah Al Dabil Stadium, and was particularly pleased to see Moussa Dembele get back on the scoresheet."We have a high mental state, and we achieved what was required by winning the three points. I thank the players and the supporting staff for the distinguished level.
"In a different way, I am happy that Moussa Dembele is back to scoring, which is normal, as he is a high-quality player and a natural goalscorer."Al Ettifaq have climbed to seventh place in the SPL after Saturday's result, while Abha Club remain in 17th spot – five points from safety. For 14 free days, you can have access to the best from Soccer Laduma, KickOff, Daily Sun, TrueLove and Drum. Thereafter you will be billed R29 per month.