Cong Phuong and Que Ngoc Hai excitedly practice before the friendly match with Hong Kong
(Baonghean.vn) - Cong Phuong, Que Ngoc Hai and their teammates practiced in a relaxed spirit, to prepare for the friendly match between the Vietnamese team and Hong Kong (China).
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This is Cong Phuong's fourth training session since returning home. The Yokohama FC striker is racing against time to achieve his best physical condition. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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This match will also be the official debut of coach Philippe Troussier since leading the Vietnamese team since early March. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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The French strategist has great confidence in taking the Vietnamese team to the World Cup. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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Coach Philippe Troussier affirmed that the Vietnamese team played with 200% of their strength to beat Hong Kong, preparing for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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In the last training session, all the players tried their best. Hai Huy was able to return to his home field Lach Tray, hoping to compete in front of the cheers of Hai Phong fans. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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The Vietnamese team has 30 players, of which 1/3 are rookies. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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Que Ngoc Hai and his teammates need to adapt to coach Philippe Troussier's philosophy. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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Although he has just returned to Vietnam, Cong Phuong has quickly adapted to the new philosophy under coach Philippe Troussier. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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However, the possibility of the player from Nghe An entering the field is still open. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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If he gets to play, Cong Phuong will face coach Jorn Andersen - who was his former teacher in Incheon (South Korea). Photo: Hai Hoang |
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Since coming to Japan, Cong Phuong has not been on the field for a single minute in the J-League. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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| Meanwhile, Van Toan's chances are higher despite only having 2 training sessions with the Vietnamese team. Compared to Quang Hai and Cong Phuong who have almost "disappeared" abroad, Van Toan has played 9 matches (4 starting matches, totaling 388 minutes) for Seoul E-Land club in K-League 2. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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| Coach Philippe Troussier will likely give Van Toan a chance to play in tomorrow's match. Photo: Hai Hoang |
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| The match between Vietnam and Hong Kong will take place at 7:30 p.m. on June 15 at Lach Tray Stadium. Photo: Hai Hoang |
