Coach Kim Sang-sik made a strong statement before the match against Singapore.

Mr. Kim Sang-sik affirmed that he has a good grasp of Singapore's tactics, is confident in defeating his opponent, and reaffirms his goal of winning the 2024 ASEAN Cup.

“Based on the data we have collected, Singapore is very strong, has some special players, and has good pressure. Notably, Shawal Anuar is leading the scoring list. However, we have a basic understanding of their tactics, Vietnam will play well,” said coach Kim Sang-sik. The Vietnamese team finished the group stage in first place in Group B. Mr. Kim Sang-sik’s team made a strong impression with a resounding 5-0 victory over Myanmar, in which striker Nguyen Xuan Son shone with a “double”. Coach Kim Sang-sik believes that the attention he is receiving may put pressure on the Brazilian striker, as well as Singapore will focus on finding a solution to neutralize him. However, Mr. Kim Sang-sik believes that Nguyen Xuan Son will find a way to overcome it and continue to play well.

The Vietnamese team is highly appreciated after the devastating victory over Myanmar in the group stage.

According to coach Kim Sang-sik, the Vietnamese team cannot be complacent about Singapore's ability to cause surprises. However, the Korean coach reaffirmed the goal of winning the 2024 ASEAN Cup championship. Admitting that the fact that very few Vietnamese fans were allowed to enter Jelan Beasar Stadium to cheer for the Vietnamese team was a disadvantage, coach Kim Sang-sik said the team will still try their best. "This is my first major tournament with Vietnam and I am trying to win the first title. The biggest goal right now is to beat Singapore in the semi-finals. That's first, and then to lift the 2024 championship," said coach Kim Sang-sik.

The first leg of the ASEAN Cup 2024 semi-final between Vietnam and Singapore will take place at 8:00 p.m. tomorrow, December 26. Source: https://tienphong.vn/hlv-kim-sang-sik-tuyen-bo-manh-me-truoc-cuoc-doi-dau-singapore-post1704098.tpo