Vietnam U22 has no other option.

The South Korean coach affirmed that the entire team is in top mental and physical condition, ready to aim for victory in the match against U22 Malaysia at the SEA Games 33 at 4 PM on December 11th.

With the mandatory requirement of securing points against U22 Malaysia, coach Kim Sang-sik stated that U22 Vietnam has had a week to prepare after their opening match victory against U22 Laos. “All 23 players are in good physical condition. Tomorrow’s match is very important, and the whole team is in high spirits aiming for the best possible result,” coach Kim Sang-sik emphasized.

Assessing their opponent, the U22 Malaysia team, Coach Kim Sang-sik said that the coaching staff had thoroughly analyzed them after watching their matches. He said: “Malaysia is physically strong and plays a powerful attacking game. However, we have prepared well both physically and tactically. Through professional meetings and the players' diligent training, we are confident that we will achieve our goals.”

With Malaysia needing only a draw to secure first place in the group, and Vietnam U22 needing a win, coach Kim Sang-sik affirmed that his team would approach the game aggressively and proactively: “I always remind the players that this match is not just a group stage game, but like a knockout match. Victory is a mandatory goal for Vietnam U22.”

Responding to fans' comments about the lackluster first half against Laos, coach Kim Sang-sik shared: “We created quite a few opportunities but didn't capitalize on them. The first few matches are always difficult, but the team will gradually improve with each game. I believe the victory against Laos will boost the players' confidence to aim for the next win.”

The South Korean coach also revealed that the team's fighting spirit is very high: "I know the national team just lost 0-4 to Malaysia and that has somewhat affected the overall morale. The U22 players feel their pride has been hurt, so they are very determined, training hard and preparing thoroughly for the next match."

The match between Vietnam U22 and Malaysia U22 will take place at 4:00 PM on December 11th. This is considered the "final match of Group B," deciding the ticket to the semi-finals as the group winner.

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