" Right from the start of the match, Hanoi FC created a lot of pressure. They had two early chances to score. When I saw that, I was quite disappointed because my players were not ready ," Pohang Steelers coach Kim Gi-dong commented.
Hanoi FC faced Pohang Steelers (Korea) in the opening match of the AFC Champions League 2023/2024. The Vietnamese representative proactively played slowly, keeping a low formation when being considered weaker. They created two opportunities from counter-attacks, however, Hanoi FC's strikers missed those dangerous situations.
Hanoi FC started better but failed to take advantage of their opportunities.
They paid the price when Pohang Steelers scored 4 goals in a row at the end of the first half and the beginning of the second half. Hanoi FC tried very hard in the remaining time but only got 2 honorable goals from Tagueu. Coach Kim Gi-dong said that the pressure from the home team woke them up.
According to Mr. Kin Gi-dong's analysis, the two dangerous situations at the beginning of the match were a warning for Pohang players to regain their composure and calmly implement their playing style, thereby affirming that Pohang Steelers was the stronger team in this match.
Kim In-sung played an important role in Pohang Steelers' victory. He scored twice and continuously harassed the left wing in the direction of Hanoi FC's attack. The male player expressed: " In this match, I had many opportunities to score and took advantage of them. I hope this will be a favorable momentum for me to continue towards the next match ."
In the second match, Hanoi FC will visit Urawa Reds Diamond (Japan). Meanwhile, Pohang Steelers will return home to host Wuhan Three Towns. These matches will take place on October 4.
Van Hai
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