Al‑Qadisiyah confirmed on Tuesday that its attacking duo, Italian forward Matteo Retegi and Saudi forward Jihad Dakhri, will be unavailable for the club’s upcoming Saudi Pro League fixture against Al‑Fayha, scheduled for Thursday. Both players suffered injuries during Al‑Qadisiyah’s last league match against Al‑Riyadh.

According to the club’s medical staff, Retegi sustained a left‑thigh injury, while Dakhri was diagnosed with a right‑thigh problem. The exact severity of the injuries was not disclosed, but sources close to the team estimate that each player will miss roughly two weeks of training and competitive action. This timeline suggests that they will not feature against Al‑Fayha, and they are also likely to sit out the league’s pause that coincides with the upcoming FIFA international window.

Both athletes have been placed under a structured treatment and rehabilitation program overseen by Al‑Qadisiyah’s medical department. The club emphasized that the players are receiving “individualized care” and will be monitored closely to ensure a safe return to full fitness.

The absence of Retegi and Dakhri could affect Al‑Qadisiyah’s attacking options as they head into the 13th round of the 2026‑27 Saudi Pro League season. Retegi, who joined the club from Italy, has been a key creative presence, while Dakhri has contributed with several important goals this campaign. Their injuries come at a time when the team is looking to build momentum ahead of the mid‑season break.

Al‑Qadisiyah’s coach was not quoted directly, but club statements indicated that the coaching staff will adjust tactics and rely on other forwards to fill the gap. The club’s next match against Al‑Fayha will therefore be a test of squad depth and the ability to adapt without two of its primary attackers.

Fans were informed of the developments through an official statement posted on the club’s website early Tuesday morning, which also provided an update on the players’ condition and the expected recovery period. The club urged supporters to remain patient and continue backing the team as it navigates the injury challenges and prepares for the forthcoming international break.

Al‑Qadisiyah’s upcoming schedule includes a pause in league fixtures aligned with FIFA’s international calendar, after which the team will resume competition. The club hopes that both Retegi and Dakhri will complete their rehabilitation programs during this interval and return to action in the later stages of the season.

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