Hamdallah Offers Cash Rewards to Fire Up Safi Ahead of Throne Cup Final
Saudi Pro League target man Abderrazak Hamdallah has sent a message to his former club Olympique Safi ahead of tonight's Throne Cup final against RS Berkane, promising a personal cash bonus to every player should they lift the trophy.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, the Al-Shabab striker urged players, staff and fans alike to believe in their moment of glory.
'Tomorrow is not an ordinary day,' he wrote. 'It's a date with history, with the moment we've all dreamt of. You're here because of hard work, spirit and love for this badge. One last step – make it count.'
Hamdallah also called on Safi's Ultras, the 'Ultra Shark', to set the stadium alight. 'Let your voices reach the sky,' he said. 'Show the world who we are.'
The striker ended his post with a promise of a 'special financial reward' to any player who gives everything for the shirt. 'Sweat is rewarded. Spirit is honoured. Victory deserves everything.'
Tonight's final, held at the newly revamped Fez Sports Complex at 7 p.m. Moroccan time (GMT+1), features a hungry Safi side chasing their first-ever Throne Cup title against an in-form RS Berkane outfit eyeing a historic treble.
Berkane have already lifted the league title and the CAF Confederation Cup this season. Now, they're hoping to add domestic silverware to cap off a brilliant season.
Safi, meanwhile, are chasing redemption. They lost their only previous final back in 2016 and now have a shot at rewriting the club's history tonight. Tags: HamdallahOlympique SafiRS BerkaneSaudi pro leaguethrone cup
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