Coach Dinh The Nam worries about pressure from Indonesian fans
*Vietnam - Malaysia: 15:30 Wednesday 13/7, on Metasports.
Southeast Asia U19 tournament 2022 is experiencing turbulent, after the host of Indonesia is eliminated for losing the difference against Vietnam and Thailand. The Indonesian Football Federation (PSSI) affirmed that it would send a letter with a video, requesting the Southeast Asian Football Federation to consider the gameplay of two competitors in the 1-1 draw on July 10. Yesterday, some extremist Indonesian fans also came to Vietnam and Thailand's concentration to spread the banners protesting.
Most likely, the host fans will come to Patriot in Bekasi when Vietnam meets Malaysia in the semi -finals on the afternoon of July 13. Asked about this in today's press conference, coach Dinh The Nam admitted: "Vietnamese players are young, aged 17 to 19, so it is difficult to avoid psychological problems. Vien, creating a strong psychology for them to focus and play the best match. "
Vietnam is dominating the confrontation compared to Malaysia, when winning Bay, Hoa Hai and losing only one of the 10 meetings in the U19 Southeast Asia tournament. The two teams used to clash in the semi-finals in 2011, with a 2-1 victory for Vietnam.
While Vietnam is unbeaten, Malaysia suddenly lost to Laos in the last round of Group B in this year's tournament. However, coach Dinh The Nam is still alert: "Having reached the semi -finals, all have the same opportunity. We respect, do not despise any opponent. I appreciate the spirit and play of the play of Malaysia. They are very technical, smooth in deploying the ball from home, controlling in a third part between the yard and attacking a third of the opponent's yard. "
Vietnam is off more than a day, and has the opportunity to observe directly when Malaysia meets Laos. However, Mr. Nam does not think it is too big advantage, because Vietnam has to play more than a match because it is in Group A including five teams. "Anyway, Vietnam is ready for the semi -finals. Both we and Malaysia have to prepare mentally, physically and well to meet the match," he said.
