Thailand Coach Says Team Should Have Beaten Vietnam Earlier
We need a short summary 1-2 sentences, 120-220 characters, max 240. Must be English. Lead with what happened then single most important detail. The article: Thailand beat Vietnam 2-0 in FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026, securing top of group B and reach
Speaking after the match, Hudson thanked and congratulated the players for their hard work in a difficult game, admitting the team's performance did not match the style they aimed for but acknowledging that such outcomes happen occasionally. He pointed out the psychological factor of facing a side that had gone 26 matches unbeaten, saying he believed Thailand could have beaten Vietnam in the ASEAN Cup because he sees his side as the better team, yet praised the players for showing great fighting spirit and patience. Hudson added that the contract extension issue would not affect the players, saying he had not discussed it with them and that he feels happy and fortunate to work with such a talented group. Captain Chanathip Songkrasin noted he had not faced Vietnam in nearly five years, admired their development, and felt happy to defeat a team that had not lost in almost 28 games. He said he followed the coach's tactics, emphasizing that personal scoring or assists were not important as long as the team achieved a good result and fulfilled the coach's instructions. Thailand's next fixture in the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 will be the final.
