Omaya Club Appoints Hussein Afash as New Head Coach
Idlib’s Omaya Sports Club has announced the official signing of coach Hussein Afash to lead the team’s first squad. The agreement, signed this Saturday in the presence of club president Yasser Abdul Rahim, marks a significant development for the club as it seeks to establish technical stability and improve its competitive standing in the upcoming season.
The contract, which spans a duration of two years, tasks Afash with the responsibility of overseeing the team’s technical direction, fostering performance improvements, and implementing a comprehensive training program. This long-term commitment reflects the administration’s intent to move beyond short-term solutions and instead focus on a sustainable project capable of meeting the expectations of the club’s supporters.
During the signing ceremony, the club’s leadership outlined its vision for the future, emphasizing that the decision to bring in Afash was the result of a deliberate and careful technical evaluation. According to Yasser Abdul Rahim, the club is currently in the process of scouting and signing high-caliber players to reinforce the team’s various positions. The administration’s stated goal is to ensure the club’s resilience in the top tier and to mount a credible challenge for the league title in the coming years.
Hussein Afash, for his part, expressed that the decision to join the Idlib-based club was motivated by the institution’s historical significance and its current potential. In his initial remarks, he underscored the need for a collaborative effort between the management, players, and technical staff to build a robust and competitive squad. Afash noted that the work required to elevate the team’s performance level is substantial and will require both time and the consistent support of the club’s fan base.
“The upcoming phase requires significant work and a collective spirit from everyone involved,” Afash stated. “My primary goal is to return the team to its natural place in the competitive hierarchy of the league. I call on all supporters to rally around the team and exercise patience, as true development and sustained success take time to build.”
The appointment is viewed as a pivotal moment for Omaya, which remains one of the most prominent sports clubs in the Idlib province. By securing the services of a seasoned coach for a multi-year term, the administration hopes to spark a qualitative shift in both the team’s tactical performance and its overall results on the pitch.
