In the first leg at home, Thailand beat Taiwan (China) 2-0. They aim for a second victory over their opponents to consolidate their position in Group D. At this time, Thailand is leading the group with 6 points, equal in points with Sri Lanka and Turkmenistan but with a better side in the secondary index.
Head coach of the "War Elephants" (Thailand's nickname) Masatada Ishii said that his students will aim for victory in the match taking place on the afternoon of October 14.
He said: "We have to face the old opponent - Taiwan (China). We won the first match and our goals have not changed.
Whether playing at home or away, it is important to overcome one's own weaknesses. If we don't perform well away from home, it's not just because of the opponent. They always change. I am trying to overcome the shortcomings.
For this match, it is difficult to say how different our playing style will be. But based on the first match, we have identified what needs improvement and will try to do better.
Thai striker Teerasak Poeiphimai added: "We have prepared very carefully from the first day of the training session. In this match, we are determined to win all three points.
The team's atmosphere has improved since the first match, when we won at home. We need to do it again, to bring joy to the fans and lift the spirits for the next match.
Personally, I felt pressured to be the only striker in the team, but my teammates always supported me. I will give my all and fight to win.
Thailand, ranked 101st in the FIFA world rankings, is rated much higher than Taiwan (China), which is currently ranked 203rd. If they win, the Thai team will put great pressure on the Sri Lanka and Turkmenistan teams, the two teams will meet in the remaining match.
The match between Taiwan (China) and Thailand will take place at 5:30 p.m. on October 14.
