Iran’s U20 coach Hossein Abdi warns players against underestimating Yemen in their AFC U20 Asian Cup match, referencing their previous encounter in the U17 tournament. Despite only having minimal preparation, Abdi aims to ready his squad. Yemen, eager to recover from their defeat to Uzbekistan, is focused on improving their performance to compete effectively against Iran.
Iran’s U20 football coach, Hossein Abdi, has issued a warning to his players about the potential challenges posed by Yemen in their upcoming AFC U20 Asian Cup match on Sunday at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base. He emphasized the importance of not underestimating the Yemeni team, noting their previous encounter in the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2023, where Yemen put up a strong fight, eventually leading to a penalty shootout after a draw.
Abdi remarked, “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 highlighted Yemen’s hardworking and disciplined nature, describing them as skilled in maintaining possession and deserving of respect due to their competitive nature in Asia. Abdi acknowledged the limited preparation time available, as several players have been training with the senior national team, which has made it difficult to achieve unity in training.
Meanwhile, Yemen, led by coach Mohammed Hasan Ali Al Baadani, looks to recover from their opening match loss against Uzbekistan. Despite missed opportunities in the second half, with players failing to convert chances, Al Baadani stated that they would strive to improve their finishing ahead of the match against Iran, as they remain hopeful in the tournament despite their recent setback.
Coach Hossein Abdi of Iran’s U20 team has expressed concern over Yemen’s capabilities in their upcoming match in the AFC U20 Asian Cup, highlighting Yemen’s past resilience and hard work. With limited preparation time, Abdi seeks to ensure his players are ready for the formidable challenge. Yemen’s coach Al Baadani is determined to enhance their performance following a tough loss to Uzbekistan. Both teams are eager to secure a victory.
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