NOT A TOTAL LOSS FOR FALOPA

Myanmar failed to make the final of the tournament this year when they falter to hosts India in the semi-finals through a late Sunil Chhetri’s header on 81st minute.

But in the end, Falopa admitted that a defensive lapse coupled with the bad weather resulted in the defeat.

“My defence made a mistake and India scored,” said Falopa.

“Perhaps if we had met some other opponent other than India, it would have been better for us.

“But the players did a good job especially since they were not expected to go far. I guess we will need to prepare much better for the next time.”

The next assignment for the Myanmar national team would be for the AFF Suzuki Cup 2008 in December.