AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 - Totchtawan optimistic of Bangkok’s chances after late fightback

Sydney: Bangkok United head coach Totchtawan Sripan was filled with pride following his team's dramatic 2-2 draw with Sydney FC in the first leg of their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 Round of 16 on Wednesday.

Thitiphan Puangjan's last-minute heroics in stoppage time ensured the Thai side will head into the return leg at home on level terms.

#ACLTwo | R16, 1st Leg: Sydney FC (AUS) 2-2 Bangkok United (THA)

"Playing away and getting the result we had today has boosted our confidence," said Totchtawan. "Now, we go into the second leg with the advantage of playing at home, in familiar surroundings.

"We did our analysis of Sydney and did our homework. We knew how to approach the game."

Sydney FC head coach Ufuk Talay, while disappointed that his side conceded so late in the game, maintained a positive outlook ahead of the second leg.

"It’s disappointing to concede a late goal like that and for them to equalise," said Talay. "But we know there’s another leg, and we’re still in a good position in that sense.

"We had more of the ball and created some good chances, but we didn’t capitalise in the first half."

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