Iran U20 coach Hossein Abdi has urged his players to respect Yemen as they face them in the AFC U20 Asian Cup. Abdi recalls Yemen’s previous performance, highlighting their discipline and skills. Yemen’s coach, Al Baadani, seeks to recover from an initial loss to Uzbekistan, emphasizing the importance of improving finishing in their next match against Iran.
Iran’s U20 head coach, Hossein Abdi, has expressed concerns regarding the potential threat posed by Yemen as the two teams prepare to clash in their AFC U20 Asian Cup Group C match at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Pitch 1 on Sunday. Abdi reminded his players of Yemen’s performance in the previous AFC U17 Asian Cup, where they managed a goalless draw before losing 4-2 in a penalty shootout, highlighting the need for caution.
The coach emphasized the significance of respecting Yemen, stating, “We are facing a very tough match against Yemen. In fact, all our matches will be challenging, and every team will be focused on securing points.” He added that Yemen is a highly disciplined and hardworking team known for their possession skills.
Furthermore, Abdi acknowledged the challenges faced during training, revealing that due to several players being with the senior team, the U20 squad had only about seven days to prepare fully. Despite this, he remains confident that his team will be adequately prepared as they advance in the tournament.
Meanwhile, Yemen’s coach Mohamed Hasan Ali Al Baadani aims to rebound after a disappointing opening match against Uzbekistan, where his team missed several key scoring opportunities. He stated, “We are still in this competition despite the defeat to Uzbekistan. Football is a game of fine margins and we will do our best to improve our finishing and come back stronger against Iran.”
In summary, Iran’s U20 coach, Hossein Abdi, has issued a stern warning to his team not to underestimate Yemen ahead of their pivotal matchup. Acknowledging Yemen’s competitive history and the challenges of limited preparation time, he insists on the necessity of vigilance. Yemen, under Al Baadani, aims to revitalize their campaign with hopes of recovery after their initial defeat against Uzbekistan.
Original Source: www.tehrantimes.com
