Bali United coach Stefano "Teco" Cugurra assessed that analyzing the opponent's match was the key to his team's success in defeating Persebaya Surabaya with a score of 3-1 in the final week of the 2024/25 Indonesian League 1.
"I watch all Persebaya matches. I know what is good and bad about them. That is important provision for us," said Teco in a press conference after the match, at the Gelora Bung Tomo (GBT) Stadium, Surabaya, Friday night.
In addition, he said, the quality of the players to be able to absorb all the results of training and analysis of the opponent's match also influenced the results of the victory.
Teco gave an example of one of the most prominent tactical steps, namely the placement of Irfan Jaya, who was originally played as a winger, moving to the attacking midfielder position, effectively breaking down Persebaya's defense.
"He can play in two positions. I see him more free and dangerous when he goes into the middle. This is one of the keys to our victory," he said.
