Vietnam is ready to play Laos, Coach Kim Sang Sik makes the final decision
In the second training session in Laos, coach Kim Sang Sik decided to coordinate attacks and strengthen defense; Vietnam team has enough players, 9 points/4 matches, aiming for 3 points at 19:00 on November 19.
At 7:00 p.m. on November 19 at the Lao National Stadium, the Vietnamese team aimed for 3 points to maintain their advantage in Group F of the World Cup Qualifiers. In the second training session in Laos, coach Kim Sang Sik spent most of the time perfecting his attacking moves and strengthening his defense. The team had no worrisome injuries, ready for their strongest lineup.
Key session: finalize the move, ensure system operation
The team entered the training session in high spirits and good physical condition. The coaching staff divided the team into formations to organize full-field confrontations, creating a simulated match environment to review each link. The focus was on training the offensive coordination and strengthening the defense's discipline, so that every position operated smoothly according to the set plan.
The full-court confrontation allows to test the tempo of the ball, the cohesion between the lines and the ability to react when changing state. In contrast, the defensive frame is emphasized on the synchronization in covering, keeping the team distance and handling situations that arise during the match.
Attack and defense: rhythm rather than personnel changes
The message from the training plan is clear: prioritise fluidity in combination over risky experimentation. When fitness levels are good, deliberate repetition in attacking play and defensive organisation helps teams reduce errors at crucial moments.
Personnel and morale: sufficient numbers and spirit before the battle
The Vietnamese team has not recorded any worrying injuries. The fact that all the players are in good physical condition gives coach Kim Sang Sik plenty of options for the starting lineup. That same morning, representatives of the Vietnamese Embassy in Laos visited and encouraged, giving the whole team more confidence.
Group F situation: 3 points to keep the advantage
After 4 rounds, Vietnam has 9 points and is second in Group F. A victory over Laos is a must to maintain the advantage before entering the decisive match with Malaysia in March next year. That context shapes the preparation: clear, less chaotic, optimizing the principles that have been forged from previous training sessions.
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tournament | World Cup qualifiers |
| Time | 19:00 November 19 |
| Location | Laos National Stadium |
| Group F situation | Vietnam 9 points/4 matches, second in the table |
| Force status | No injuries of concern |
Suggesting strategies from lesson plans
The amount of time spent on both attack and defense shows that the coaching staff’s priorities are consistency in the principles of play: keeping the lines apart, a clear rhythm of play, and the ability to respond to a variety of situations during the game. The final full-court duels are often used to fine-tune small details that have a big impact on performance: how to escape pressure, how to reorganize after losing or winning the ball.
With everything being finalized in the final training session, the remaining answer lies in the quality of execution. At 7:00 p.m. on November 19, Vietnam will need to translate their meticulousness on the training ground into sharpness on the scoreboard.
