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Update news national football team
Vietnam's fourth-place finish at the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 was disappointing, but hardly a disaster. The bigger concern is whether coach Kim Sang-sik can adapt as regional rivals continue to improve.
Injury-hit Vietnam gave Adou Minh, Ngo Dang Khoa and Williams Minh Hoang opportunities to prove themselves at the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026. All three showed commitment, but their performances left different impressions on coach Kim Sang-sik.
Vietnam striker Nguyen Xuan Son faces an eight-week recovery from a thigh injury, casting doubt on his preparations for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup. Two other naturalized internationals are also recovering from injuries.
Vietnamese forward Nguyen Dinh Bac will miss the first two group-stage matches of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup if selected for the national team, as a suspension stemming from his red card at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup remains in force.