AFC Women's Asian Cup
The East Asian side fell 2-0 to China PR after taking the defending champions to extra time at the Perth Rectangular Stadium, with Prasobchoke saying his players can be proud of their performance and to not consider that their mission was over, with qualification for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 still within reach.
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“Congratulations to China PR. You could see a beautiful performance from both teams. I’m very proud of my players – they gave everything on the pitch and showed great heart and physical commitment,” said Prasobchoke.
“There is nothing for them to be sorry about. We are still in the race for FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 qualification and we will go back, rest and come back stronger.”
Chinese Taipei will face DPR Korea in the playoff on Thursday.
“There is nothing for them to be sorry about. We are still in the race for FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 qualification and we will go back, rest and come back stronger.”
Chinese Taipei will face DPR Korea in the playoff on Thursday.
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Prasobchoke also singled out custodian Cheng Ssu-Yu, who started ahead of Wang Yu-Ting, and praised the goalkeeping coaches for their work and the department’s role in helping control the tempo of the match.
“It was a tactical decision (replacing Yu-Ting) as we needed a goalkeeper with experience. She was the first choice in the last edition and today she did well.
“I give all the credit to the goalkeeping department. Whoever we play, this department is very strong. Good goalkeeping is crucial in controlling the tempo and I hope she can continue the way she has performed.
“A 0-0 scoreline after 90 minutes against China PR shows our progress. Win, lose or draw, it is part of the team’s development. I hope the players can take this experience and confidence and come back stronger for the next match.”
“It was a tactical decision (replacing Yu-Ting) as we needed a goalkeeper with experience. She was the first choice in the last edition and today she did well.
“I give all the credit to the goalkeeping department. Whoever we play, this department is very strong. Good goalkeeping is crucial in controlling the tempo and I hope she can continue the way she has performed.
“A 0-0 scoreline after 90 minutes against China PR shows our progress. Win, lose or draw, it is part of the team’s development. I hope the players can take this experience and confidence and come back stronger for the next match.”
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His players were heartbroken at the final whistle but Chokemor offered them encouragement with a heartfelt message.
“After the match, I told my players: ‘You don’t need to be sad and don’t cry. Be proud of yourself. All the supporters are cheering for you. You need to be proud – there’s nothing to be sad about.’
“The players worked hard, and we have to support them, encourage them, and back them in everything.”
“After the match, I told my players: ‘You don’t need to be sad and don’t cry. Be proud of yourself. All the supporters are cheering for you. You need to be proud – there’s nothing to be sad about.’
“The players worked hard, and we have to support them, encourage them, and back them in everything.”
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