Coach Cristiano Roland: "Vietnam U17 Ready for Big Match Against Australia U17"
Speaking at the press conference before the semifinal of the 2026 Southeast Asian U17 Championship, head coach Cristiano Roland affirmed that the Vietnam U17 team has prepared thoroughly and is ready to face the major challenge against reigning champion Australia U17.
According to Coach Cristiano Roland's assessment, Australia U17 is a team with good professional quality, having recently undergone experience in international competitions and possessing a squad that plays regularly. "We have studied carefully and grasped the strengths of the Australian team. They are definitely a formidable opponent," Coach Cristiano Roland said.
The Brazilian coach also shared further that before this important match, the Vietnam U17 coaching staff has developed tactical plans to limit the opponent's strengths while maximizing the home team's capabilities. "We have plans to counter the opponent and aim for the best match. The players are currently very excited and ready for tomorrow's match," Coach Cristiano Roland emphasized.
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