The Japanese coach acknowledged the efforts of his students when facing a higher-rated opponent, the Chinese U17 women's team. He shared: "The players performed well, played hard and maintained team spirit. I am satisfied with what the whole team has shown in this match.
Analyzing the difficulties, coach Okiyama Masahiko said that the team faces a clear disadvantage in terms of physique as well as professional factors. He said: "The height of the Vietnamese U17 women's players is not as good as the opponent's. Besides, the speed, passing power and shooting power of the Chinese U17 women's players are also superior.
However, the coaching staff still recognizes the positive points in the team's playing style. "The good thing is that the players played unitedly and showed the correct tactical intentions set out by the coaching staff. However, the counter-attacking ability after winning the ball is still limited and needs to be improved," he emphasized.
Towards the decisive match with Myanmar U17 women's team, coach Okiyama Masahiko said that the team will have careful preparation in terms of force and fitness. He shared: "We will focus on recovering players who have played continuously, and at the same time create conditions for players who have not yet played to have the best preparation.
Currently, Vietnam U17 women's team has 1 point after two legs and still has a chance to compete for a ticket to the quarterfinals. The match against Myanmar U17 women's team will be of key significance for coach Okiyama Masahiko and his team in this year's tournament journey.
