Midfielder Hoang Duc gave good news to coach Kim Sang-sik
Midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc has good news for the Vietnam National Team, as the injury he suffered in the friendly match with Cambodia is not too serious.
During the friendly match between the Vietnam National Team and the Cambodia National Team on March 19, midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc was suddenly injured after a dispute. He appeared to be in pain and was forced to leave the field in the second half, making fans uncertain about his ability to participate in the upcoming important matches.
However, according to the latest medical examination results, Hoang Duc's injury is only a soft tissue problem, not affecting the bones or ligaments. He is expected to practice separately in the next 1-2 days before returning to the Vietnam National Team to prepare for the final qualifying round of the 2027 Asian Cup.
Initially, there were concerns that Hoang Duc might have suffered a ligament injury or more serious damage, but an MRI scan later confirmed that he only suffered minor soft tissue damage, with no bone or ligament damage. According to the medical team, the midfielder will need about 1-2 days of separate training to fully recover before returning to training with Đ.Vietnam team.
Hoang Duc's quick recovery is great news for coach Kim Sang-sik, especially in the context that many of the team's key players are having problems with form or injuries. Hoang Duc's availability helps the Vietnam team have a solid captain in the midfield, where he and Quang Hai are considered key factors in the team's playing style.
Vietnam will face Laos at 7:30 p.m. on March 25 at Go Dau Stadium (Binh Duong). This match is important in maintaining the position of the Vietnamese team to advance. Hoang Duc's presence on the field will help the team increase flexibility and control the game better./.
