Challenged and then overcome by Xuan Son
Before the first leg of the 2024 AFF Cup final between Vietnam and Thailand, Chalermsak Aukkee spoke defiantly to the Thai press: "I don't know who Nguyen Xuan Son is? Try facing our Jonathan Khemdee. I'm sure Jonathan is much stronger." Then, Chalermsak Aukkee also affirmed: "We are not afraid of meeting the Vietnamese team. You have to ask the Vietnamese team if they are afraid of us."
Xuan Son (12) showed his class, scoring 2 goals despite being closely followed by his opponent.
Interestingly, in the match against the Vietnamese team on the evening of January 2, Chalermsak Akkee was one of the players chosen by coach Masatada Ishii to start. He played in the center-back position, alongside his teammate Pansa Hemviboon. However, this duo did not have a good day and were often surpassed by Xuan Son. In the 53rd and 73rd minutes, Chalermsak Akkee and Pansa Hemviboon, although standing very close to Xuan Son, were passed by the Vietnamese striker, scoring two goals. In the 83rd minute, Chalermsak Akkee joined the attack, scoring a goal but it was only an honorary goal for Thailand.
After the match, Chalermsak Akkee was one of the most criticized players on the Thai team. On platforms X (formerly Twitter ) as well as Instagram, the 30-year-old player was constantly teased by fans for his words before the match.
In response, Chalermsak Akkee apologized to Thai fans: “I apologize. I regret the mistake I made in the match against the Vietnamese team, especially for both goals conceded. My teammates must be tired. I apologize to the Thai national team.”
The moment Chalermsak Akkee (5) was surpassed by Xuan Son
Coach Masatada Ishii's favorite player was also criticized.
Not only Chalermsak Akkee, star Ekanit Panya was also criticized by Thai fans after the 1-2 defeat against the Vietnamese team. Ekanit Panya is considered the "treasure" of coach Masatada Ishii and it was not until the match against Vietnam in the first leg of the final that the Japanese coach used him. However, Ekanit Panya had a disappointing performance and did not leave any mark on the field.
After the match, Ekanit Panya shared: “Today we had a bad result when we lost the match. Thailand had difficulties at some points. However, we have to admit that the Vietnamese team is one of the strong teams, with a great desire to win. Luckily we still have a return match. Thailand will fight with all their might, come back and win at home to win the championship.”
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Source: https://thanhnien.vn/hau-ve-thai-lan-tung-khieu-khich-xuan-son-vi-toi-ma-doi-bi-2-ban-thua-toi-xin-loi-185250103003909441.htm
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