Kiatisuk admits HAGL lacks depth power

“HAGL has just experienced a difficult match. Yokohama has a high level, better than us both in terms of technique and tactics,” said the Thai military leader after the 0-2 loss. “They also have a strong force, with two to three squads to take turns to play, ensuring fitness. HAGLV still keeps 11 main players, because there are few other alternatives.”

Compared to the first leg, HAGL did not create a good position, so there were not many opportunities against the Japanese opponent. Kiatisuk’s students are inferior, lack cohesion and make many mistakes. They conceded the first goal because of a 36th minute penalty after Huu Tuan committed a foul in the penalty area. The second goal came from a corner in the 83rd minute.

However, coach Kiatisuk was still satisfied, saying that the players fought with all their strength. He affirmed that the whole team will maintain this spirit to finish the last match against Sydney FC on May 1.

On Thong Nhat Stadium tonight, after the pillars were exhausted, young players like Thanh Nhan, Dinh Lam, Huu Phuoc, Hoang Tu were launched into the field. But the remaining time is not enough for them to prove their ability, or help HAGL turn the situation around. However, Kiatisuk still appreciates the experience that young players have.

“HAGL wants to build a medium-sized team, and this AFC Champions League is an opportunity and a good environment for young players to learn. Therefore, when the seniors get tired, I create conditions for young players to enter. to learn from experience,” he said.

Meanwhile, coach Yokohama Kevin Muscat was pleased that the team played better than the first leg. He said: “Two goals today came from transitions and one set-piece. It’s the fruit of hard work. My players adapt quickly after each game, and play better. Yokohama Rotating players, but they all ensure good expertise.”

In the last match on May 1, HAGL met Sydney FC, and Yokohama played Jeonbuk.

Duc Dong