Ho Tuan Tai: 'Whoever has determination and confidence will win the starting position'

Ho Tuan Tai used to be a familiar face at the national team levels. However, under the "reign" ofCoach Park Hang-seo, this is only the second time this striker has been called up. The first time, Tuan Tai missed the opportunity to participate in the official tournament when he was injured during training with the team. This time, Tuan Tai is very determined and hopes that luck will smile on him.

Ho Tuan Tai once missed the chance to be called up to the national team due to injury. Photo: Hai Hoang

PV:This is the second time Tuan Tai has been called up to the national team. Last time Tai was unlucky to get injured, how has Tai prepared this time and what does Tai expect from himself?

Ho Tuan Tai:The first time I came to the training camp, I was unlucky to get injured. This time I am mentally and physically ready to train and compete in the upcoming stages. I hope that luck will come to me during the training camp, I will not get injured again and show my best ability.

This time, Tuan Tai is mentally and physically ready. Photo: Hai Hoang

Ho Tuan Tai:The players who play in the forward position on the national team are all the best players in Vietnam at the moment. However, once on the national team, the opportunity is divided equally for everyone. Whoever has enough determination and confidence will win the starting position.

PV:Our opponents in the final qualifying round of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Asia are of very high quality. In your opinion, what factors does the Vietnamese team need to prepare well for the upcoming matches?

Ho Tuan Tai:In the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022 Final Qualifiers, the Vietnam National Team will compete with the top teams in the continent. I think the most important thing thatVietnam National Teamneed to prepare physically, mentally and technically. Currently, the team has been trying to have the best preparation for the upcoming matches.

Ho Tuan Tai: "Whoever has determination and confidence will win the starting position". Photo: Hai Hoang

PV:Gathering the team during the stressful pandemic, what difficulties did the team encounter? Do you have any message for Vietnamese fans who are also struggling to fight the pandemic?

Ho Tuan Tai:The biggest difficulty is that most players cannot maintain much training due to the epidemic situation. I want to send a message to the fans that we must overcome the pandemic together. Vietnam, keep it up!