Vietnam national football team vs Laos national football team: Tien Linh leads the attack
The Vietnam national team announced the starting lineup for the match against Laos, with Tien Linh playing the highest position. Notably, striker Xuan Son was named on the reserve list after 10 months of absence.
Official starting lineup in the second leg
Going into the return leg away, the Vietnamese team aims to take all three points against Laos to maintain their hopes of competing in the continental tournament. Coach Kim Sang-sik has announced the official starting lineup with many familiar faces.
In attack, striker Tien Linh will take on the highest role. Supporting him are players with great technique and speed such as Quang Hai, Hoang Duc and Van Do. In defense, goalkeeper Van Lam continues to be a reliable stopper.
Line-up of the two teams:
- Vietnam:Van Lam, Xuan Manh, Tien Dung, Duy Manh, Pendant Quang Vinh, Van Vi, Quang Hai, Hoang Duc, Thanh Long, Van Do, Tien Linh.
- Laos:Lokphathip, Wenpaserth, Phetviengsy, Somsanith, Xaysombath, Sangvilay, Lueanthala, Khounthoumphone, Thongkhamsavath, Souvany, Bounkong.
The remarkable return of Xuan Son
One of the most notable news is the return of striker Xuan Son after 10 months of absence due to injury. Although only on the reserve list, his presence is considered a quality personnel option and a great source of encouragement for the whole team.
Sharing about this return, coach Kim Sang-sik said: "It's great that Xuan Son was able to return after 10 months on the sidelines. I would like to thank Xuan Son's family, relatives and Nam Dinh Club for their full support to help him recover. His presence will help us have another quality personnel option. Hopefully, Xuan Son will have the opportunity to score and bring joy to Vietnamese fans."
Team spirit before the match
Before the match, the Vietnamese team had a practice session at the Laos National Stadium to get used to the competition conditions. The players' spirit was strengthened after receiving encouragement from the representative of the Vietnamese Embassy in Laos.
With careful preparation and high determination, the entire Vietnamese team is aiming for the ultimate goal of winning against the Lao team, thereby accumulating important points for the upcoming journey.
