Evaluating Vietnam's chances of winning against Malaysia: Trust in coach Kim Sang Sik
Vietnam has kept a perfect record against Malaysia over the past 10 years, but the rematch at Bukit Jalil promises many challenges for coach Kim Sang Sik and his team.
The match between Vietnam and Malaysia in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers is not only crucial to the top spot in Group F, but also a real test for both teams in the transition period. With a record of winning all matches against Malaysia over the past 10 years, the Vietnamese team has a great psychological advantage. However, this away trip will not be easy as the home team is determined to end the losing streak and has prepared its squad very carefully.
Malaysia showed their seriousness in preparation by organizing international friendly matches and naturalizing a series of quality players. Names like Endrick, Josue, Morales or Dion Cools bring strength and experience to the squad of coach Cklamovski Peter. The goal of winning all 3 points at home at Bukit Jalil is not only to improve the ranking position, but also to affirm the new ambition of Malaysian football.
Meanwhile, the Vietnamese team is facing many difficulties in terms of personnel when many key players are absent due to injury. However, coach Kim Sang Sik and his players still have 10 days to prepare for this match. Two Vietnamese-American players, goalkeeper Nguyen Filip and defender Pendant Quang Vinh, are new highlights, helping the team have more tactical options.
What makes Vietnamese fans more optimistic is the series of 5 recent wins against Malaysia, with tight, effective play and the ability to take advantage of good opportunities. However, not playing an official match for more than two months may affect the ball feeling and coordination between the lines, especially when facing a Malaysia team with home advantage and high morale.
Overall, Vietnam is still better in terms of spirit and quality of play, but the difference is no longer too obvious. A victory is possible if the team plays at the right level and maintains concentration. However, in the current context, gaining a point away from home is also an acceptable result to maintain the advantage in Group F.
Winning probability: Vietnam 40% – Draw 40% – Malaysia 20%
Score prediction: Malaysia 1-1 Vietnam.