Red Star Belgrade Coach Praises Mohammed Abu Fani After 4-0 Win

Red Star Belgrade coach Albert Riera expressed confidence in his squad following a 4-0 victory over Čukarički on August 23, 2026, in a Serbian league match ahead of their Europa League playoff against Viktoria Plzeň. Riera made ten changes to the lineup, giving many players, including Mohammed Abu Fani, an opportunity to prove themselves. Abu Fani played as an advanced midfielder in Riera's 4-1-4-1 formation alongside standout player Hendel. Luiz also made a positive impact during his time on the pitch.

Riera commented after the match, "I understood who I can rely on. I drew many conclusions. If someone lacks energy, passion, and hunger, that is not enough. This is the minimum we want. We saw many positive things. The young players are very important to us; they can learn quickly."

Abu Fani was the only midfielder to play the full 90 minutes, earning a rating of 7.3. He completed 59 of 69 passes, including 40 of 49 in the opponent's half, recovered five balls, and assisted Christian Balov's goal on a counterattack. This performance highlights Abu Fani's growing importance to Red Star as they prepare for their upcoming European fixtures.