10 March

THE Myanmar U-23 men’s football team played to a scoreless draw against Albirex Niigata FC at Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon yesterday.

The Myanmar U-23 team lined up with goal keeper San Satt Naing, Ye Yint Aung, Lwin Moe Aung, Captain Myat Kaung Khant, Win Naing Tun, Hein Htet Aung, Zay Yar Naing, Soe Lwin Lwin, Hein Phyo Win, Htet Phyo Wai and Zin Ye Naung. 

Myanmar dominated the match, threatening the opposing team with frequent shots on goal.

Yesterday’s style of play by Myanmar displayed the players’ coordination between Myanmar’s attackers Win Naing Tun and Myat Kaung Khant.

Myanmar’s shots at goal were mostly blocked by the Niigata goal keeper’s excellent defence.

The second half saw a variety of set formations, plus player changes in both teams, since the match was a friendly. 

Myanmar still dominated the second half, with the talent of new youth substitutes. 

At the final whistle, the match was a 0-0 draw and the players shook hands as part of a friendly match. 

After the match, Myanmar head coach Popov said he was satisfied with his players’ efforts and he will prepare the team for upcoming international matches, including the AFC U-23 Championship.—Lynn Thit (Tgi)