“We Believe We Can Defend the Gulf Cup” Dragan Talajic

Bahrain national football team head coach Dragan Talajic speaks exclusively to The Daily Tribune ahead of the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup, as the Reds prepare to defend their title in Jeddah.

Talajic reflects on Bahrain’s dramatic Gulf Cup triumph in Kuwait, his “one family” philosophy, the team’s winning mentality and the challenge of defending the trophy.

He also discusses Bahrain’s future, the importance of giving young Bahraini players more opportunities at club level, and the national team’s long-term dream of reaching the FIFA World Cup.

🇧🇠Bahrain’s Gulf Cup campaign:
• Bahrain vs Qatar — September 24
• Bahrain vs UAE — September 27
• Bahrain vs Yemen — September 30

Can Bahrain make history by winning the Gulf Cup back-to-back?

Watch the full interview with Dragan Talajic and hear why he believes “the future is bright” for Bahrain football.