Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Bishkek: Myanmar captain Yan Aung Kyaw has stressed the importance of Tuesday’s 2019 AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Kyrgyz Republic, the first of a double-header against the Central Asians, with both sides level on three points following matching Group A results so far: a win over Macau and defeat to India.
The Yangon United midfielder has worn the skipper’s armband in both of Myanmar’s third round fixtures and, while acknowledging the ability of their Matchday Three hosts, is quietly confident of victory at Dolen Omurzakov Stadium.
Q: You now face back-to-back matches against Kyrgyz Republic on Matchdays Three and Four, can you tell us your opinion of them?
A: Obviously, these are a pair of hugely important games. Kyrgyz Republic, in my opinion, are one of the strongest teams in our group. They have so many quality players and are well organised.
I think they will look to bounce back against us after they lost India in their last away match, but I feel we are in good form, with high spirits and confidence, and we’re ready for this game.
We came here for the three points and then we will go back to our country in order to prepare for the return meeting and another victory.
Q: How important is coach Gert Zeise to the Myanmar team?
A: He showed what he can do for Myanmar Football when he helped us reach the final four of the 2014 AFC U-19 Championship and earned us a ticket to the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
He has worked in Myanmar Football for almost seven years now and obtained very good results. He is very important to the team, and we all trust him a lot.
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