Japanese newspaper points out 11 people who help Vietnamese football improve
Recently, SoccerKing newspaper pointed out 11 people who helped Vietnamese football to improve its level in the continental arena. Among them, this newspaper also mentioned Mr. Duc.
Vietnamese football had a successful 2018. While the U23 Vietnam team won the runner-up position in the U23 Asian Cup, the Olympic Vietnam team also won the right to enter the semi-finals of the 2018 Asian Games. This helped Vietnamese football receive attention from the Asian media.
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6 players who helped Vietnamese football improve. |
Recently, SoccerKing has pointed out 11 people who have helped Vietnamese football to rise to the level of the continental arena. Specifically, in this list, there are 6 players: Nguyen Quang Hai, Nguyen Cong Phuong, Nguyen Van Toan, Bui Tien Dung (goalkeeper), Luong Xuan Truong and Doan Van Hau.
Most of the players on this list are mainstays of the Vietnam U23/Olympic team. In addition, Van Toan is a super sub and has created many important moments.
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Coach Hoang Anh Tuan and Park Hang Seo were also mentioned. |
In addition, the above list also includes 2 coaches, Hoang Anh Tuan and Park Hang Seo. Coach Hoang Anh Tuan was the first person to lead the talented generation (U19 Vietnam) and helped them win tickets to the U20 World Cup finals. Coach Park Hang Seo was the architect of the success of U23/Olympic Vietnam last year.
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Mr. Tran Anh Tu and Mr. Duc |
Another name that stands out in this list is Mr. Duc, who has nurtured the talented generation of Hoang Anh Gia Lai and promoted youth football training in Vietnam. Along with Mr. Duc, Mr. Tran Anh Tu is also on this list. SoccerKing newspaper emphasized his role in developing futsal and V-League.
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Expert Philippe Troussier. |
The last name on this list is Coach Philippe Troussier. He used to lead the Japanese national team and is now a strategic advisor for the PVF youth training center. SoccerKing hopes that this expert can help Vietnamese football participate in the World Cup.