According to the match schedule, at 8:00 p.m. today (January 2), the Vietnamese team will host the Thai team in the first leg of the ASEAN Cup final at Viet Tri Stadium, Phu Tho. The "Southeast Asian derby" match has received great attention from fans.
Regarding the squad, the Vietnamese team will not have the services of Ho Tan Tai and Van Toan due to ligament injuries, and Van Thanh is also doubtful of playing. Therefore, coach Kim Sang-sik is forced to make adjustments in the lineup to ensure the strength of the home team.
On the other side, some Thai players such as Suphanat and Teerasak were hospitalized after the semi-final match. Currently, only Suphanat has returned to the training ground, while Teerasak is almost unable to play due to a thigh injury.
The disadvantage of the Thai team is that they only have 2 days off (they play the semi-finals later than Vietnam). Coach Ishii Masatada's team has a very busy flight and travel schedule, which affects their physical and mental health.
In the pre-match press conference, both coaches Kim Sang-sik and Ishii affirmed that both teams have prepared thoroughly and are ready for the upcoming final. Victory is an important goal that the Vietnamese and Thai teams are aiming for.
The first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup final will take place at 8:00 p.m. today (January 2), broadcast live on VTV2, VTV Can Tho and FPT Play.
