Kuwait Football Association holds strategic talks with new coach Sousa
Discussions focused on the Blues' preparations for the coming period, as well as the association's long-term strategy for developing youth teams ahead of upcoming competitions. The meeting also covered the program for gradually promoting players through the various national team levels and outlined the future preparation plan for sustained success.
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