Coach Mee Satisfied with Thai Futsal Team's Excellent Performance - Muhammad Highlights Strengths of Different Teams

Coach Raksaphon Saineternngam led the Thai national futsal team to a narrow 1-0 victory over Vietnam, with the winning goal scored by Krit Aransanyalak. This result gave Thailand a perfect 9 points and secured the top spot in Group B, advancing to the round of 16. In post-match comments, Coach Mee emphasized the importance of securing three points and maintaining a clean sheet. "The most crucial things for us are the three points and not conceding goals," he said. "We won 1-0, which is not a problem. What we need to change is avoiding easy goals and maintaining a solid defensive game." Regarding the upcoming matches, he noted the strength of both Indonesia and Iraq, acknowledging that they are both excellent teams. "We can't choose our opponent," he added. "Whoever we face, it will be a good game." The coach also highlighted the team's focus on enjoying the tournament, especially with 2-3 new players in the squad. He expressed hope of reaching the semi-finals and keeping all players fit. Muhammad Usman Musa, another team member, described the match as tough but praised the team's patience and determination. He also shared a personal reflection, expressing gratitude and representing Muslim athletes. Both Coach Mee and Muhammad emphasized their readiness for the next stage, viewing the Asian Championship as a significant tournament where every team aims to reach the final.