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Cristian Glauder had put the visitors in front in the 28th minute but Suphanat Muenta’s early second-half strike brought Buriram level before Rober Zulj netted the decisive goal in the 54th minute to seal the victory.
#ACLElite | Buriram United (THA) 2-1 Johor Darul Ta’zim (MAS)
“Today's game was hard but also a lot of fun. Both teams attacked each other and the key factor was our precise approach. When we created our attacking moves, the players executed them well,” said Vieira.
“Before the game we analysed the opponents and we also needed to keep analysing and finding solutions during the match.
“JDT played in a way we didn’t expect, building up with only one midfielder. However, I think my players responded well and performed better in the second half. That stronger play allowed us to secure the three points.”
“Before the game we analysed the opponents and we also needed to keep analysing and finding solutions during the match.
“JDT played in a way we didn’t expect, building up with only one midfielder. However, I think my players responded well and performed better in the second half. That stronger play allowed us to secure the three points.”
Player of the match Suphanat was equally pleased with how Buriram responded after the difficult start.
“Today was a really fun game. In the beginning, Johor Darul Ta’zim put us under a lot of pressure and created problems for us but in the second half we changed our approach. The coaches and staff spoke to us at half-time, and we were able to come back and win the game,” said Suphanat, who scored the winner when the teams met in the Round of 16 last season.
“Scoring the equaliser felt great but it was only possible because of my teammates. Everyone played their part, from defence to attack and I was just the one to finish the chance. People may notice the goal but credit belongs to the whole team.”
“Today was a really fun game. In the beginning, Johor Darul Ta’zim put us under a lot of pressure and created problems for us but in the second half we changed our approach. The coaches and staff spoke to us at half-time, and we were able to come back and win the game,” said Suphanat, who scored the winner when the teams met in the Round of 16 last season.
“Scoring the equaliser felt great but it was only possible because of my teammates. Everyone played their part, from defence to attack and I was just the one to finish the chance. People may notice the goal but credit belongs to the whole team.”
Johor Darul Ta’zim head coach Xisco Munoz said his side paid the price for not closing Buriram down.
“While we did most things right, we must remember that we can’t afford to give our opponents space, especially in the penalty box.
“This can cost us and it did tonight. However, we must learn from our mistakes and improve for the coming matches. I am confident that the players will rebound,” said Munoz.
“While we did most things right, we must remember that we can’t afford to give our opponents space, especially in the penalty box.
“This can cost us and it did tonight. However, we must learn from our mistakes and improve for the coming matches. I am confident that the players will rebound,” said Munoz.
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