Cambodian coach points out factors that helped Vietnam win the match

On the afternoon of March 19, the Vietnamese team won 2-1 against Cambodia in a friendly match of the March FIFA Days at Go Dau Stadium (Binh Duong).

Coach Gyotoku of the Cambodian team said that the Vietnamese team was better prepared, so they deserved to win.

"I would like to thank the Vietnam Football Federation for organizing the match well. In the second half, the Cambodian team played well. But if we compare the two teams, the Vietnamese team is superior in terms of strength and technique. They also prepared carefully in many aspects. In the first half, the Vietnamese team also played better," Cambodia coach Koji Gyotoku said at a press conference after the match. "Although I am not satisfied with the score, the Cambodian players' performance was not bad."

"In the first half, we couldn't have the ball to play, especially the midfield. In the second half, I discovered the team's problem, from there I controlled the ball more. After this match, I will go back to discuss with the players so they can improve," the captain of the Cambodian team added.

In this match, the Cambodian team scored against the home team after taking advantage of the opponent's mistake. According to coach Gyotoku, the goal was a beautiful one, but he wanted more than "just a goal".

Finally, the Japanese strategist said that thanks to many naturalized players, the quality of the Cambodian team has been improved. "They (naturalized players - PV) are very helpful for the Cambodian team," Mr. Gyotoku concluded the press conference.