Vo Anh Quan aims to be a starter at the SEA Games 33.

On November 6th, coach Kim Sang-sik announced the list of 26 U22 Vietnam players for the training camp in preparation for the 2025 China Panda Cup and the 33rd SEA Games. Among them, left-back Vo Anh Quan (PVF-CAND) has set the highest goal: to participate and compete for a starting spot in the SEA Games later this year.

A clear objective after being given his first opportunity in the U22 team.

Vo Anh Quan affirmed his ambition upon being given his first opportunity with the U22 team: “I feel very happy and fortunate to be called up to the Vietnam U22 team. This is an important training camp for the whole team to prepare for the SEA Games. My goal is to perform my best, to be named in the SEA Games 33 squad, and even further, to secure a starting position.”

Although he wasn't included in the national team's October call-up like some of his teammates, this participation opens the door for the 2004-born defender to prove his abilities to the coaching staff, especially in the context of the youth team demanding stability on the left flank.

Player profile and progress in the V.League

Born in 2004, standing 1.73m tall, Anh Quân is on the roster of PVF-CAND and has had his first season in the V.League. The 21-year-old defender also scored his first goal in Vietnam's top league, a milestone demonstrating his professional maturity.

At the club level, PVF-CAND has not achieved the expected results. However, Anh Quân emphasized the importance of team spirit: "Now is the time for the whole team to unite and maintain a fighting spirit to improve our performance."

Role on the left flank for Vietnam U22

Anh Quân is considered the top candidate for the left-back position in the Vietnam U22 team thanks to his speed, skills, and experience playing in the V.League. In the team's structure for upcoming tournaments, the presence of a mobile full-back would help the Vietnam U22 team increase squad depth and address the need for stability on the left flank.

Tactically, Anh Quân's profile fits the fundamental requirements of a modern left-back: the ability to cover the flank, support the attack when needed, and maintain intensity in tackles. This training camp is a time for the PVF-CAND defender to showcase his speed and skills, while also adapting to the coaching staff's demands under coach Kim Sang-sik.

Context of the training camp: the roadmap towards the 33rd SEA Games.

According to the Vietnam Football Federation's guidelines, this training camp is part of the preparation for the 33rd SEA Games and the U23 Asian Championships. The China Panda Cup 2025 is an important dress rehearsal for the coaching staff to test personnel and build a solid team lineup. The presence of Anh Quân provides more options on the left wing, an area the team is seeking stability in.

Professional highlights

• He is the top candidate for the left-back position in the Vietnam U22 team thanks to his speed, skill, and V.League experience.
• A first goal in the V.League shows a significant step forward in terms of professional skill.
• His 1.73m height and high-level competitive experience give him confidence as he enters the U22 environment.
• Specific goal: to be named in the squad for the SEA Games 33 and compete for a starting position.
• Team spirit: emphasizing solidarity at PVF-CAND during a difficult period.

The doors are open, but the competition is fierce.

The list of 26 players shows high competition for every position. For Anh Quân, the advantage comes from his progress in the V.League and his profile fitting the requirements of the left wing position. The test will be his ability to maintain his form in training, showcase his strengths, and meet the tactical standards set by the coaching staff.

From personal ambition to collective demands, the message from the PVF-CAND defender is consistent: perform at your best to be given a chance. The China Panda Cup 2025 will be a stepping stone, while the SEA Games 33 is the ultimate goal where he aims for a starting position.