Olyroos Coach Tony Vidmar Draws Confidence from Socceroos’ Convincing Asian Cup Win Against Indonesia
Olyroos coach Tony Vidmar is feeling confident about his team’s chances against Indonesia in the under-23 Asian Cup. Here’s why
- The Olyroos are set to face Indonesia in the under-23 Asian Cup in Qatar, where a win is crucial for their Olympic Games qualification hopes.
- Vidmar’s squad began their tournament with a draw against Jordan, highlighting the importance of a victory against Indonesia.
- Indonesia’s team includes players who competed in the senior Asian Cup, coached by South Korean legend Shin Tae-yong.
- Vidmar, who was part of the Socceroos’ coaching staff during the Asian Cup, draws inspiration from Australia’s 4-0 win against Indonesia.
With their Olympic dreams on the line, the Olyroos are determined to capitalize on their coach’s insights and secure a vital win against Indonesia.”
“We’ve analyzed many of their matches, both at the under-23 and senior levels, giving us a good sense of what to anticipate,” Vidmar explained.
“While there’s always the possibility of unexpected changes, we expect them to stick to a similar style and formation. We must be prepared to adapt and compete fiercely.
“Our strength lies in our quality on the field, and that’s what we’re relying on to secure the win.”
Vidmar acknowledged the challenge of dealing with time-wasting tactics, which frustrated his team during their draw with Jordan.
“This is something new for many of our players, as we don’t encounter it in our domestic league. It can be frustrating, but we must remain focused on our game plan.”
He emphasized the importance of maintaining composure and not allowing such tactics to disrupt their rhythm.
“As for potential changes, Jacob Italiano could make his debut in this match,” Vidmar hinted.
With qualification for the Paris Olympics at stake, the Olyroos understand the significance of securing a top-three finish in the tournament.
“A fourth-place finish would mean a playoff against Guinea from the African confederation, so our aim is to secure our spot in Paris outright.”