Coach Kim Sang-sik: 'I always believe the Vietnamese team will beat Indonesia'

After the 1-0 win over Indonesia, coach Kim Sang-sik told the media: “In previous matches against Indonesia, we often had bad results. But today, I feel satisfied, especially when the team won and no players were injured.

In this match, Indonesia played a deep defense, causing us many difficulties. However, the players tried their best and scored 1 goal. If I had to choose the best player of the Vietnamese team, I would choose Quang Hai. He is the captain of the Vietnamese team and has led the team very well."

Regarding the upcoming schedule of the Vietnamese team, which is packed with matches every three days, coach Kim Sang-sik said: “I think all teams are facing such a tight schedule. The players are facing health issues. I understand their feelings, and so are the coaching staff. But all teams are facing this problem, so we will make adjustments so that the players can recover best, aiming for good results in the upcoming matches.”

Vietnam won thanks to Quang Hai's only goal in the final minutes of the match. Coach Kim Sang-sik added: "The team and the fans expected more goals, but in football, every goal is important. Today, Quang Hai scored, and we got three valuable points. I would like to thank the whole team for their efforts.

This victory is very important. We had concerns, and the players also had to go through a difficult match. But the team was well prepared. I myself always have confidence in the Vietnamese team. When it rained, I reminded the goalkeeper to make quick decisions. The players played proactively and tried their best."

“This victory is the result of the whole team's relentless efforts, and I hope we will continue to maintain this form in the upcoming matches,” coach Kim Sang-sik concluded.