Vietnam team gets used to Bukit Jalil stadium, ready for 'big battle' with Malaysia
Hai Hoang (Working from Malaysia)•DNUM_AJZAGZCACF 20:34
On the afternoon of June 9, the Vietnam National Team had an official training session at Bukit Jalil Stadium, completing preparations before the key match against host Malaysia in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers.
On the afternoon of June 9, the Vietnam National Team had a practice session at Bukit Jalil Stadium - the official practice session before the match with the Malaysian National Team in the second match of Group F, the third qualifying round of the 2027 Asian Cup. Photo: Hai HoangThis is an important time for coach Kim Sang-sik and his players to review tactics, get familiar with the pitch and climate, and at the same time, show high readiness for the crucial match. Photo: Hai HoangBefore entering the tactical training session, coach Kim Sang-sik took the time to carefully remind the defense, especially about being on guard against the naturalized players who are significantly strengthening the home team. Photo: Hai HoangConcentration and caution in defense are considered key factors to minimize pressure from opponents in the context of having to play away from home with more than 80,000 enthusiastic spectators. Photo: Hai HoangXuan Manh is the only player from Nghe An in the national team during this training session. Photo: Hai HoangStriker Nguyen Tien Linh is expected to continue his scoring streak against Malaysia, as he has scored many times in recent matches between the two teams. Photo: Hai HoangThe form and sharpness of the striker from Binh Duong Club will be a great hope for the Vietnamese team's attack in the upcoming match. Photo: Hai HoangThe correct information should be: Notably, some players such as Do Duy Manh, Nguyen Hoang Duc, Nguyen Van Vi or Nguyen Hai Long are no strangers to the Bukit Jalil field. Photo: Hai HoangNot long ago, on May 29, they were part of the Southeast Asian All-Stars squad that played a friendly match against Manchester United at this very stadium. Photo: Hai HoangThe experience of playing in front of tens of thousands of spectators at Bukit Jalil is considered a valuable asset that helps players maintain their confidence and handle pressure. Photo: Hai HoangThe training session took place in a serious, focused but also exciting atmosphere. The players all showed great determination, ready to fight to achieve good results in the most important match of Group F. Photo: Hai HoangThe match between Malaysia and Vietnam will take place at 8pm on June 10 (Vietnam time) at Bukit Jalil Stadium. Photo: Hai HoangBoth teams currently have three points after the first round of matches, but Vietnam are temporarily leading the group thanks to their superior goal difference. Photo: Hai HoangThis encounter promises to be a decisive match in the race for tickets to the 2027 Asian Cup finals. Photo: Hai Hoang