Chinese national team coach delivers bold remarks ahead of Asian Games quarterfinal clash with Thailand in men's football.
The "Chinese national team coach" is unfazed and ready to face the "Thai national team" in the 2026 Asian Games men's football quarterfinal.
Antonio Puche, the Spanish head coach of China, confirms his readiness to take on Thailand in the 2026 Asian Games men's football quarterfinals, expressing confidence in his team's playing style to secure victory.
Puche stated, "Every match is very tough, but we are not afraid of any opponent. No matter who we face, we will confront them together."
"I believe that as long as we play football in our own way, we can succeed. The most important thing is unity. When we play together, many teams find it difficult to beat us."
"The basic logic of football is very clear. On one hand, we must try to get the ball into the opponent’s goal; on the other, we must protect our own goal. After entering the knockout stage, we will adjust and alternate between attacking and defending according to our opponent and the game's circumstances."
The Thai national team will meet China in the men's football quarterfinal at the 2026 Asian Games on 26 September 2026 at 13:00 GMT+7, held at Toyota Stadium. The match will be broadcast live on Thairath TV and AIS PLAY.