Vietnam National Team and the 'war' on the attack line

The opportunity to win a starting position is still open and looking at the playing style that coach Mai Duc Chung has deployed, with the players he has chosen, possible names have been seen.

Among the strikers, Van Quyet is the one who almost has a starting position because he is the captain of the Vietnam National Team.

Anh Duc (right) practices with his teammates after completing his club duty. Photo: MT

Many people think that Van Quyet and Cong Phuong have similar playing styles, but this striker said: "Saying that Cong Phuong and I are the same is just everyone's opinion. The coach is the one who decides things related to tactics. Whoever has better form, more determination, and has the trust of the head coach will play."

Meanwhile, talking about the ability to compete for a starting position with other strikers, Cong Phuong said:

“I play as a second striker, but the striker positions don’t affect me much. If I play with a good striker, I think I will do better. Having more strikers forces me to work harder. As for being confident in competing for a starting position, I just know that I need to try my best.”

Meanwhile, striker Mac Hong Quan, considered the "favorite" of coach Mai Duc Chung, also expressed: "I think I am not a goal-scoring expert and will try to improve and change in the coming time. I just want to practice well to have a starting position, and if I am not a starting player, I will come on the field from the bench.

About 2 years ago, I played as a center forward at the club. Adapting to the striker position was no big problem. With what I showed at the club, I think coach Mai Duc Chung has correctly evaluated my contributions and efforts. I don't feel too concerned about the words from outside."

Meanwhile, Anh Duc is the name that has received much attention when he agreed to return to the national team after being persuaded by coach Mai Duc Chung. In the context that the national team is lacking a striker, Anh Duc is a necessary addition.

Coach Tran Binh Su of B.Binh Duong commented: “Anh Duc is currently the number one striker in Vietnamese football. In my opinion, a striker like him is very necessary for the national team at this time. Maybe Anh Duc is suitable for the playing style that coach Mai Duc Chung is building.”

Meanwhile, young player Ngan Van Dai of Saigon FC is considered to have the least chance of competing in the current squad. Because Van Dai is a young player who is participating in the national team for the first time. Moreover, he also does not have much experience in international competition.