During the pre-match press conference, Sharjah's Romanian coach, Cosmin Olăroiu, expressed that his team is encountering a new challenge in the AFC Champions League. He emphasised the importance of building on the positive result from the first round with a victory over Istiklol of Tajikistan, while also aiming to extend their winning streak in the ADNOC Pro League.
Cosmin emphasised that caution, focus, and the recent positive results will inspire the team to achieve a victory and advance in the continental competition.