Vietnam team 'rehearses' before opening match of 2026 World Cup qualifiers round 2

Hai Hoang (from Philippines)• November 16, 2023 06:46

(Baonghean.vn) - Coach Philippe Troussier asked his students to practice defending against high balls and sideline attacks of the Philippine team.

On the evening of November 15, the Vietnamese team had a "general rehearsal" training session before the opening match of the 2026 World Cup qualifying round 2 against the Philippines. Photo: Hai Hoang

This is the third training session for the Vietnamese team on the Rizal Memorial with artificial turf. The fact that the host country, the Philippines, creates the best conditions for the Vietnamese players to practice on the field is a very commendable act. Thus, including in the Philippines and Hanoi, the Vietnamese team has 5-6 training sessions on the artificial turf field, helping the players get used to the new playing conditions. Photo: Hai Hoang

During the "general rehearsal" training session, coach Philippe Troussier continuously gave his players direct demonstrations. Facing the Philippines, who were considered to have a superior squad, the French strategist asked the players to practice defending high balls and pay attention to the two wings of the home team, the Philippines. Photo: Hai Hoang

In the last three friendly matches, Vietnam's defense conceded 10 goals, against stronger opponents such as China, Uzbekistan and South Korea. Photo: Hai Hoang

Two Viettel players, Thanh Binh and Bui Tien Dung, were given a separate reminder by coach Philippe Troussier. It is likely that this duo will start in the match against the Philippines. Photo: Hai Hoang

Coach Philippe Troussier requires that when having the ball, the Vietnamese team must launch quick and precise attacks to approach the opponent's goal. Photo: Hai Hoang

Good news for coach Philippe Troussier is that all the players are in the best physical condition. Photo: Hai Hoang

Striker Tuan Hai is also in good form, he will likely start in this match. Photo: Hai Hoang

Que Ngoc Hai is the leader of the defense, while Tuan Hai is expected to score against the Philippines. The match between Vietnam and the Philippines will take place at 6 p.m. on November 16 at Rizal Memorial Stadium, Manila. Photo: Hai Hoang

Hai Hoang (from Philippines)