PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir reminded the U-23 Indonesian National Team not to get too happy after defeating Thailand in the semifinals of the 2023 AFF U-23 Cup. Because, in the final they will face Vietnam which cannot be underestimated.
Reporting from the news portal Suara.com, the Garuda Muda squad appeared heroic by beating hosts Thailand 3-1 in the semifinals of the AFF U-23 Cup, on Thursday (24/9/2023) yesterday. The victory over Thailand was very special.
This is considering the Indonesian national team which started the AFF U-23 championship with a number of obstacles. Like calling a player the club doesn’t allow.
Moreover, Garuda Muda lost 1-2 to Malaysia in the inaugural match of Group A of the AFF U-23 Cup. Including only a 1-0 win over Timor Lesete on the second matchday.
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Even though they only qualified as the best runner-up, the U-23 Indonesian national team in fact appeared to be on the loose against Thailand. This is coupled with the fact Thailand is playing in front of its own supporters.
Erick Thohir reminded not to be conceited. According to him, there is still one final match against Vietnam which will not be easy.
“There are still 90 minutes plus extension if it’s a draw. So we will keep fighting until the end,” said Erick in his statement.
Furthermore, Erick Thohir praised Shin Tae-yong’s troops. According to him, Beckham Putra and friends appeared extraordinary.
“Thank God. The players performed well, the people prayed, and God made a way,” said the former president of Inter Milan.
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“Today again the players performed all-out with good technical and mental qualities. It has been proven that Thailand, which has been difficult for us to beat, has beaten us twice in a row,” he concluded.
Vietnam has been waiting for the U-23 Indonesian national team in the final, which beat Malaysia in the semifinals. The final match of the AFF U-23 Cup 2023 which will bring together Indonesia and Vietnam will take place on Saturday (26/8).