On the FIFA rankings, the Thai team is ranked 114th while the Taiwanese team (China) is ranked 156th. However, coach Mano Polking and his team encountered many difficulties when playing away at their opponent's field and could only leave with 1 point.
Coach Mano Polking fielded his strongest lineup, with Supachok, Teerasil and Chanathip up front. The match statistics reflected the one-sided nature of the Thai team. They held the ball for 77% of the match. However, the home team created a wall towards goalkeeper Pan Wen Chieh's goal.
The Thai team faced many difficulties against the host.
In the first half, the Thai team only had one shot from Teerasil Dangda. However, his shot was not powerful enough to defeat Pan Wen Chieh. Meanwhile, the Taiwanese team created opportunities from counterattacks. But they failed to take advantage before entering the half-time break.
In the second half, the Thai team made three substitutions in the midfield, but this plan did not work. Thailand conceded a goal in the 48th minute. Kaman scored an own goal. Thailand increased the pace of the match even more. They equalized in the 62nd minute thanks to Teerasil Dangda.
In the 84th minute, Thailand took the lead 2-1. Mickelson dribbled down the right wing before crossing the ball. The ball hit Wag Rui's foot and went into the net. But the joy of Thailand did not last long as the home team equalized 2-2. Chen Ting Yang headed the ball in, saving 1 point for the home team.
On June 19, the Thai team will play away against the Hong Kong team (China). Meanwhile, the Taiwanese team will meet the Philippines.
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