Mark Jackson reveals the single goal set before Buriram United faces Tampines Rovers FC in SHOPEE CUP 2025-26.
On 27 Jan 2026 GMT+7, updates ahead of the ASEAN club championship football match "SHOPEE CUP 2025-26" League Stage Group A Round 4: "Thunder Castle" Buriram United, representing Thailand, will visit Tampines Rovers FC, representing Singapore. This match will be played on Wednesday, 28 January 2026 GMT+7, kick-off at 19:30 at Jalan Besar Stadium.
Mark Jackson recently spoke about the team's readiness: "Tomorrow's match is one we must win. Certainly, everyone will take the field determined to claim victory. This game is especially important because we need to secure 3 points to help us advance to the next round."
"Looking at the team's development over recent weeks, we have created better opportunities and scored more goals thanks to tactical adjustments. At the same time, as our attack and chance creation improve, we must also be solid defensively. We need to know how to respond to the opponent in this match. Tomorrow's game will be tough because Tampines Rovers FC is a strong team, so we must prepare thoroughly."
Meanwhile, Kenneth Duggal commented on tomorrow's game: "We've drawn three consecutive matches in this tournament. We may have started poorly, but this is a competition we won last year, and we aim to win it again. So, I think the pressure on the team comes from ourselves. When you play for Buriram United, everyone expects a win every match. Tomorrow, we must perform at our best and secure victory."
"It's still difficult to specify because on the field, battles happen in many small areas. If we can control the game and gain an advantage in those moments, we have a very good chance of taking all three points tomorrow."
"What I can say about this is that the pressure is a challenge we create ourselves—expectations to perform well every match and win every title. We manage this pressure by working harder in training."
"As I mentioned earlier, recent tactical changes have helped us attack better and create more chances. We must continue this path while maintaining defensive strength. Regarding pressure, I see it as positive because it keeps everyone focused and alert. That is our team's mindset and the same approach we will use in this game."
"Regarding our opponent, we know their style well because our staff have thoroughly analyzed them. We have identified their weaknesses and will try to exploit them tomorrow. Today, we have one final training session focused on tactical preparation and readying players physically and mentally for tomorrow's match," Mark Jackson concluded.
In recent SHOPEE CUP 2025-26 results, Buriram United drew 1-1 with Cong An Hanoi FC, while Tampines Rovers FC defeated BG Pathum United 3-2.