'Assembling' the U23 Vietnam framework for the U23 Asian Cup?

At the upcoming U23 Asian Cup in Thailand, Hung Dung and Trong Hoang cannot participate because they are too old. Meanwhile, Van Hau has decided to stay at Heerenven to try to assert himself and find a starting position.

The absence of Hung Dung, Trong Hoang, and Van Hau forces the Korean strategist to make new calculations to find a stable framework for U23 Vietnam at the tournament held in Thailand next January. The main core of U23 Vietnam will probably still be the framework that competed successfully at the 30th SEA Games.

The defense is waiting for Dinh Trong's return.

After the end of SEA Games 30, U23 Vietnam added 10 more players to participate in a training session in Korea to prepare for the 2020 AFC U23 Championship. Notably, among them is the return of central defender Dinh Trong.

U23 Vietnam welcomes the return of central defender Dinh Trong. Photo: VNExpress

With the familiar 3-center-back formation, playing next to Dinh Trong will most likely be Thanh Chung and Tan Sinh, 2 young center-backs who had impressive performances at the recent SEA Games. On the 2 wings without Trong Hoang, Van Hau will be an opportunity for Ho Tan Tai and Thanh Thinh.

Hoang Duc will be the soul of the midfield

Without Hung Dung, Coach Park Hang-seo now puts all his trust in Hoang Duc, who has enough qualities to fill the role of his senior. With a modern football mindset, the ability to handle the ball smoothly, and when necessary, he can launch shots from outside the penalty area. In addition, Hoang Duc is ready to make deadly passes like the way he helped Doan Van Hau score the third goal in the final of the 30th SEA Games. Hoang Duc will be the soldier who plays the role of keeping the rhythm next to a strong Duc Chien, who is not afraid of collision thanks to his impressive physique and physical strength.

Hoang Duc will replace Hung Dung's role at U23 Vietnam. Photo Zing.vn

Will the attack play with 2 strikers?

Having successfully applied the 3-4-3 formation with 3 strikers above, at the recent SEA Games, U22 Vietnam proved to be more successful with the use of the striker pair Tien Linh - Duc Chinh in the 5-3-2 formation.

Will Mr. Park continue to use both Duc Chinh and Tien Linh in attack? Photo: BĐ+

With Mr. Park's strategic talent, Vietnamese fans will probably continue to witness surprises in his tactics. However, if the SEA Games is a perfect rehearsal, the players of U22 Vietnam are probably still the optimal choice besides the presence of center back Dinh Trong.