Thailand coach declares he is not afraid of any opponent in AFF Cup 2024

(Dan Tri) - Speaking after the match with Cambodia, coach Masatada Ishii of the Thai team affirmed that he is not afraid of any opponent in the AFF Cup 2024. He set a goal of winning all 8 matches in this tournament.

In the final match of Group A at Rajamangala Stadium on the evening of December 20, the Thai team won 3-2 against Cambodia. Thus, the "War Elephants" took the absolute lead in this group with 12 points after 4 wins.

HLV Thái Lan tuyên bố không ngán đối thủ nào ở AFF Cup 2024 - 1 — Coach Masatada Ishii thanked fans after the match with Cambodia (Photo: FAT).

Speaking at a press conference, coach Masatada Ishii affirmed that Thailand is not afraid of any opponent in the semi-finals of the AFF Cup 2024. The Japanese strategist said: "We can meet any opponent in the semi-finals.

I don't want to target any opponents or avoid any teams in the next round. We have a reasonable rest period to adjust our defense and attack, as well as improve our set-pieces to enter the semi-finals.

Thanks to the support of the fans, we have won the top spot in Group A. Once again, I would like to thank the fans, the Football Association of Thailand as well as the clubs that have cooperated with the team. My goal is to help the Thai team win all 4 remaining matches. I hope to receive everyone's support."

HLV Thái Lan tuyên bố không ngán đối thủ nào ở AFF Cup 2024 - 2 — Coach Masatada Ishii affirmed that Thailand is not afraid of any opponent and can win all matches in the AFF Cup 2024 (Photo: FAT).

Speaking about the match against Cambodia, coach Masatada Ishii said: "I appreciate the players' performance in this match because we didn't have much time to prepare. Choosing William Weidersjo as captain is because he has shown determination and effort in the past time. Akarapong can also take on this role.

I want to choose someone who can control the game and keep calm to wear the captain's armband. That's why I trust William Weidersjo."

As the top team in Group A, Thailand will face the second team in Group B in the semi-finals. They will play two semi-final matches on December 27 and 30.