Xuan Son has recovered 100% and is ready to play the entire match against Laos.
Xuan Son makes his return to the Vietnamese national team, is 100% fit and ready to play the entire match against Laos; his participation will be decided by coach Kim Sang-sik.
On the afternoon of November 11th in Viet Tri (Phu Tho province), naturalized striker Nguyen Xuan Son returned to training with the Vietnamese national team after nearly 11 months out with injury. The player born in 1997 affirmed that he has fully recovered and is ready to play the entire match against Laos, but the right to register and use him rests with coach Kim Sang-sik.
A message of 100% fitness and emotion for the return.
Before training, Xuan Son shared: “Today is a special day because I have returned to the national team after an 11-month absence. Returning to wear the national team jersey after all this time makes me happy. My family has supported me a lot.” He said he was welcomed by coach Kim Sang-sik, his teammates were happy, and the Brazilian striker hopes to repay their trust with his dedication on the field.
Availability to play against Laos: ready for 90 minutes, the decision rests with the coach.
Regarding the question of whether he would be able to register for the match against Laos, Xuan Son said: “I have recovered 100% and am capable of playing a full match without fear of risk… I have worked very hard to regain my form over the past year.”
He emphasized that the final decision rests with the coach: "As for me, I'm always ready to play the whole match, not just against Laos but in other matches as well... If I get to play against Laos, I'll enjoy it. I'll try to score or assist, but the most important thing is that the Vietnamese team wins."
A signal for the Vietnamese national team's attack.
Xuan Son's return is a crucial addition to the attack, as the national team needs more attacking options and squad depth. A striker willing to play the full 90 minutes gives the coaching staff more flexibility with substitutions based on the game's flow, as well as balancing tempo control and creating breakthroughs in the attacking line.
Tactical perspective: more options, increased competitiveness
Tactically, the presence of a true striker allows coach Kim Sang-sik to organize the attacking line-up in various scenarios depending on the match situation. This could involve maintaining a clear spearhead to fix the team's formation, or using this player as a target for direct attacks when a change in tempo is needed. More importantly, Xuan Son's return increases internal competition, thereby boosting overall system performance.
Along with the message prioritizing collective victory, Xuan Son's statements show a willingness to integrate into the overall system. In crucial matches, a physically demanding attacking style will help the team be more proactive at decisive moments.
Upcoming goals and promises to fans.
With the Vietnamese national team aiming to qualify for the 2027 Asian Cup and continue conquering regional and continental competitions, having an additional option in attack is a positive sign. Xuan Son expressed his gratitude to the fans and promised to do his best to repay the community's support.
Looking back at the 11 months of treatment and recovery, Xuan Son's "100% fitness" message is a plus point in terms of both personnel and morale. The final decision on player selection will rest with coach Kim Sang-sik, based on tactical needs and the team's overall form before the match against Laos.
