Shelhavy: Fitness and experience decided the outcome of the match in favor of South Korea
Oman national team coach Jaroslav Šelhavy apologized to the Omani football fans after the team's 3-1 loss to South Korea. As part of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
Shelhavy said in the press conference after the match: “Everyone who understands football realizes that the Korean team is strong and possesses experienced elements and professionals in the major leagues.” .
He added: “In the first half we played a good match and were able to come back, but our fitness levels declined at the end of the second half and we conceded two goals.”
He pointed out that "fitness and experience decided the outcome of the match in the end."
Shilhavi stressed that the Oman national team's chances of qualifying are still valid.
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