Coach Le Duc Tuan acknowledged Da Nang's subpar performance and took responsibility after the crushing 5-1 loss to CAHN.
The heavy defeat against a championship contender like CAHN Club exposed numerous issues in Da Nang Club's gameplay. Immediately after the match, Coach Le Duc Tuan did not evade but straightforwardly accepted responsibility for this disappointing result, while also pointing out weaknesses that need urgent correction.
Opening the press conference, Mr. Tuan clearly expressed dissatisfaction with his players' start. According to him, the team began disjointedly, allowing the opponent to score early, leading to a psychological decline. Some players performed below their usual standard, causing the match situation to quickly slip out of control. Ending the first half with three goals conceded, the coaching staff had to make adjustments right at the start of the second half.
Analyzing more deeply, this strategist believed Da Nang had prepared to some extent when visiting a strong opponent. The plan was to play tightly in the first half, maintain team formation distance, and provide good defensive support. However, individual errors and unstable mentality prevented the team from executing the intended tactics, especially conceding a goal too early.
At Hang Day Stadium, CAHN Club demonstrated superior strength with many sharp attacking plays. Dinh Bac scored a double, while Stefan Mauk and Le Van Do also contributed to the heavy victory. Da Nang only managed a consolation goal thanks to Ribamar, insufficient to salvage a comprehensively inferior match.
Regarding criticism targeting individuals, Coach Le Duc Tuan chose a collective approach. He affirmed that the entire team had not reached its best form and this result is a shared responsibility, not of any single person. According to him, the important thing is that the players need to reflect on themselves to improve in the upcoming phase.
Looking ahead to the next match against SLNA, Mr. Tuan emphasized the immediate task is to revive the team's spirit. This will be a crucial encounter in the relegation battle, and he believes his players can meet expectations. As the captain, he committed to continue motivating and sharing experience to help the team overcome this difficult period.
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