Coach of Indonesia U22 team: 'Thailand and Vietnam are stronger'

Spanish coach Luis Milla believes that U22 Indonesia will face difficulties in the race to reach the semi-finals of the 29th SEA Games.

"I did not attend the draw, I was only informed of the results," coach Luis Milla shared. "In Group B, Thailand and Vietnam are the two teams with higher qualifications."

In the draw ceremony held on the morning of July 8, U22 Indonesia fell into group B with the reigning gold medal winner Thailand, the 28th SEA Games bronze medal winner Vietnam, the Philippines, Timor Leste and Cambodia.

"At this time, we are not thinking much about the SEA Games. U22 Indonesia is stationed in Bali, focusing on preparing for the upcoming U23 Asian qualifiers," coach Luis Milla added.

The Indonesian Football Federation has high expectations for coach Luis Milla.

Luis Milla is a famous Spanish player who played for three big teams in La Liga, including Real Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia. When he switched to coaching, he led Spain's U19, U20, U21 and U23 teams. This coach, who won the 2011 European U21 Championship, moved to Indonesia to work in January this year.

"Group B is obviously harder than Group A, because there are six teams and more matches. But we are ready for the difficult challenge at the SEA Games. No matter who the opponent is, the most important thing is how to prepare the team. We will let the U22 team train well and at the same time study the opponents in detail," added Indonesia U22 team leader Endri Erawan.

At the 28th SEA Games, Indonesia returned home empty-handed after losing 0-5 to Vietnam in the bronze medal match.

According to VNE