Thomas Frank insists that the Derby on Thursday between Tottenham and Arsenal in Hong Kong is 'no friendly'.
It will be the first collision between the bitter rivals that are played outside the UK and the new Spurs -Baas said: 'I think it is a great challenge, except that we are our greatest rivals.
'It is now also one of the best teams that I unfortunately have to say in the world. We must be honest. That way it will be a big test, but it is more than a test towards Arsenal, it is not just a friendly one. '
The match is played for 50,000 fans in the Kai Tak Sports Park, which adds an extra level of opportunity to what is already a high -print drawing.
Spurs Center Back Micky van de Ven added: 'I go the same as when we play the game in London. Of course the stadium will be full and there will be many fans on our side, so I hope we can make them happy. '
Spurs were mocked last season due to their lack of focus on set pieces under Ange Postecoglou, but responded by hiring Arsenal's former Dead-Ball Guru Andreas Georgson, who also worked with Frank in Brentford.
“I hope that we can change this year and make it a strong point for us to the attacking and defensive side,” added Van de Ven.
Frank also touched the uncertain future of club captain Son Heung-Min, who is related to a move to the MLS.
“Sonny is here and I am very happy for that,” he said. “He trained well. He played the last two friendly matches. He is in the team, he will train today. '