The decision came after disappointing results for Bahrain in the Gulf Championship, as the national team exited the competition from the group stage after suffering three defeats against Qatar, the AFC Asian Cup champions, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen, in Group B.
The official account of the Bahrain national team has announced that Pablo Sanchez will officially start his duties during the international break in November, drawing on his coaching experience and impressive record at both continental and international levels.
The Spanish coach has notable experience with the Qatar national team, having led them to win the AFC Asian Cup in 2019, before overseeing their first participation in the FIFA World Cup during the edition hosted by Qatar in 2022.
Sanchez is set to face important challenges with the Bahrain national team, including preparations for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 and the FIFA World Cup 2030. The federation intends to officially present its new coach to the media during a press conference following his arrival in Bahrain.
The Bahrain Football Association has confirmed its decision to hire Spanish coach Félix Sánchez to lead the national team, succeeding Croatian Dragan Talajić, who left his position by mutual consent after an early exit from the FIFA World Cup 'Gulf 27'.
