Tonight (October 9), the Vietnam team entered an important match against Nepal in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers.
Coach Kim Sang-sik affirmed that his goal is nothing other than 3 points. The Vietnamese team clearly needs to win to gain an advantage over Malaysia.
In such a situation, it is not surprising that the Korean coach sent a strong attacking squad onto the field.
In the goalkeeper position, Dang Van Lam has more experience in the opening match after many years of playing for the Vietnam national team. He may be Mr. Kim Sang-sik's number 1 choice.
But to ensure the safety of the defense, the most quality and experienced defenders will be trusted. Center back Do Duy Manh with the captain's armband is ready for the right center back position. Meanwhile, the left-sided central defender named Bui Tien Dung and Nguyen Duc Chien will play in the center of the defense when returning to the national team.
In addition, Cao Pendant Quang Vinh is likely to start on the left wing. On the opposite side, Truong Tien Anh deserves to start with the ability to support the attack quite well.
In the midfield, Nguyen Hoang Duc, as a vice-captain, will start from the start. The ability to create with passes and dangerous shots will help the 27-year-old midfielder share the attack burden with the strikers. When Nepal is not a strong opponent, Le Pham Thanh Long can start with the task of regulating the tempo.
Up front, Nguyen Hai Long, with impressive ball handling skills, will play as a left winger. Nguyen Tien Linh will usually play as a main striker and Pham Tuan Hai may play on the right wing.
Expected lineup of the Vietnam team: Dang Van Lam, Duy Manh, Duc Chien, Tien Dung, Cao Pendant Quang Vinh, Tien Anh, Thanh Long, Hoang Duc, Hai Long, Tien Linh, Tuan Hai.
