(Football Live) Today, March 26, the Vietnam national team will enter a FIFA Days friendly match against Bangladesh, before the fiery showdown with Malaysia in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers.
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Vietnam National Team's Changing Room
The Vietnam national team enters the friendly match against Bangladesh with notable experiments in personnel and tactics. This is not only an opportunity for Coach Kim Sang Sik and his team to improve their FIFA ranking, but also serves as a rehearsal before the rematch with Malaysia on March 31.
The Korean coach hinted about his plan to use the squad, stating he will give opportunities to many new faces for a comprehensive evaluation. Notably, he is considering pairing Hoang Hen and Xuan Son in the attack, possibly as a striker duo or with one playing wide, aiming to bring fresh energy amid the domestic forwards' lack of peak form.
Additionally, names like Dinh Trong, Van Hau, along with U23 players such as Nhat Minh, Khuat Van Khang, and young goalkeeper Trung Kien are also part of the usage plan. This is a crucial opportunity for players to prove themselves, as their performance against Bangladesh will significantly impact their chances of being selected for the match against Malaysia and tournaments in 2026.
Despite being a friendly, the Vietnam team still aims to play seriously, focusing on coordination, tactical execution, attacking efficiency, and defensive solidity. With the home advantage at Hang Day Stadium, Coach Kim Sang Sik's squad targets a victory to build positive momentum.