AFC Asian Cup; Branko Ivanković: We will face Japan with a 3-4-3 system - 2004-07-27. The head coach of the Iranian national football team stated before the match against Japan: I am happy to face the Asian champion, and victory is important for us as it will make us the top team in the group and fulfill our main goal of qualification. According to ISNA from China, Branko Ivanković commented on Zico's (the Brazilian coach of Japan) statement about Iran's defeat: It is natural for any comments to be made when Japan's qualification is assured. Zico, like any other coach, wants his team to win, and as the coach of Iran, I also want to win this match. In response to the question about having more stress before the match against Oman, but now speaking with more confidence, he said: I prepare for each game according to its importance. When I was a player and coach, I enjoyed competing against big teams, and it didn't matter to me who I was playing against. Ivanković, regarding Iran's system change in the match against Japan, said: In today's football, there is no rule that cannot be changed. With the 3-4-3 system, we can be successful in attack and defense, which depends on the players' running and fighting spirit. It is natural that the absence of three key players in defense will be problematic, but as we think about defense, we also pay attention to putting on a good performance. He responded to the question about whether the system change in the Asian Games final against Japan was effective and if that is why he changed the game system: It is natural to change the system due to the loss of three players; the absence of Ali Daei is a significant loss for us, and also, Enayati faced issues in today's practice. However, since I know Daei well, I believe he can recover in time for the match against Japan. Regarding considering more penalties for offenders, he said: Previous suspensions remain in place, and we will not penalize the players further.
AFC Asian Cup; Branko Ivanković: We will face Japan with a 3-4-3 system
Branko Ivanković, the head coach of the Iranian national football team, expressed confidence ahead of their match against Japan in the AFC Asian Cup, emphasizing the importance of victory for qualification. He discussed the tactical shift to a 3-4-3 system due to the absence of key players, including Ali Daei.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Branko Ivanković announced a tactical shift to a 3-4-3 system for the upcoming match against Japan in the AFC Asian Cup, highlighting the importance of winning for group qualification. He acknowledged the challenges posed by the absence of key players.
- Ivanković is adapting the team's strategy due to injuries to three key players.
- Victory against Japan is crucial for Iran's chances of advancing in the tournament.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The AFC Asian Cup is a prestigious tournament for national teams in Asia, and Iran has a strong footballing history. The rivalry with Japan adds extra significance to their matches.
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