‘I was stressed during the process of defending the gold medal’

The day before the 31st SEA Games final, Coach Park Hang-seo said that defeats against Thailand are in the past and now, think about the present as well as the future. The Korean strategist was right.

But in the press room, he thought for a long time before talking about the victory. “This Sea Games is a tournament that means a lot to me,” he shared. “3 years ago was the first time I attended the SEA Games and won the Gold Medal. But this year the congress takes place in Vietnam, and I personally feel a responsibility to win because I know that the whole country expects victory. In addition, this is also the last time I lead U23. All of this created a lot of pressure and made me really stressed.

Now that U23 Vietnam has defended the Gold medal, I would like to thank the Party, Government as well as all departments who have supported us throughout our journey, and the fans who have cheered us on. vacation, to the media has always been interested and accompanied. Once again, I would like to thank my players. They fought hard.”

By the way, he also shared his upcoming plans with the national team, where he will focus all his energy in the near future. On May 25, the national team will gather again and on the 28th will move to Ho Chi Minh City, preparing for a friendly match with Afghanistan. As you all know, the AFF Cup will return at the end of this year. That was the tournament where we lost in the final to Thailand. So it’s very important. We will prepare well for the desired result.”

Regarding the future of Vietnam U23, Coach Park Hang-seo said: “In the near future, U23 Vietnam will have a new coach, Gong Oh-kyun. He is a good coach. Each coach will have different tactics, management, operation and philosophy. It is difficult to talk about the future of the upcoming U23, but I believe they will improve and develop, then win good results in the upcoming U23 Asian Cup finals. I can’t help them professionally, but I can advise the new coach on life’s problems.”