DOHA: Qatar Stars League side Al Wakrah yesterday named Iranian coach Poya Asbaghi to lead the side after signing a contract that can be extended until the end of next season. Asbaghi, who also served as Al Rayyan’s coach earlier this season, will replace Ali Rahma Al Marri. The 39-year-old led team’s first training session yesterday as Al Wakrah prepare to resume their campaign in the top flight with a match against Al Ahli on January 11.
The Blue Wave are currently placed in seventh position with 14 points, 11 points behind leaders Al Duhail..
