Calgary-based attacker Ali Naseri found the 2024 Rooster Chicken/Scoops Ice-Cream Battle of the Giants tournament to be a challenging yet thrilling experience, contrasting starkly with his prior football engagements.
Speaking to FijiLive, Nadi’s 18-year-old striker discussed the tournament’s high physical demands, which he described as more intense than those at his previous clubs.
“It’s physical soccer here in Fiji but I did my best for Nadi FC,” Naseri stated.
The Afghani national faced a tough ordeal when he was sidelined during a group match following an injury scare, though fortunately it turned out to be minor.
This stint with the Jetsetters is Naseri’s first experience in Fijian football, an opportunity he values for its lessons and the resilience it demands.
Naseri thanked the team’s coaches, management, and fellow players, acknowledging their support and guidance through the training sessions and games.