Expected lineup for the final match of U23 Vietnam vs U23 Indonesia: Viktor Le on the bench, Dinh Bac leading the attack

VHO - Without making any changes to create a breakthrough, Coach Kim Sang-sik is likely to keep the same lineup that helped U23 Vietnam reverse the score against U23 Philippines. In the context of the home team's serious physical loss, stabilizing personnel and promoting flexible playing style is becoming the key to victory.

There have been many concerns about the personnel situation of the U23 Vietnam team after the 2-1 victory over the U23 Philippines in the semi-finals. However, the injuries of Dinh Bac, Quoc Viet and Ly Duc are not serious and coach Kim Sang-sik can completely launch the strongest lineup in the final match.

After a day of rest to recover their physical strength, the whole team returned to the training ground. The Korean strategist focused on training his players to practice more tactics and improve their finishing. The players also spent time studying the playing style of the host team U23 Indonesia to have a plan to suppress their opponents.

Overall, the team spirit is very high and ready to aim for the goal of completing the hat-trick of championships. Coach Kim Sang-sik himself has probably consulted his assistants and made the best choice for the starting lineup. It will not be surprising if U23 Vietnam takes the field with the same players who played in the semi-finals.

In goal, Trung Kien is almost certain to play. The stable performance and ideal height of the goalkeeper from HAGL can help him successfully neutralize the home team's aerial weapons, especially in situations where throw-ins go straight into the penalty area.

Up front, Nhat Minh, Ly Duc and Hieu Minh are also difficult to replace. Although there are still a few situations where they make mistakes in passing or clearing the ball, the three musketeers above still promise to become reliable stoppers in front of the goal thanks to their good covering ability and height.

On both wings, Phi Hoang and Anh Quan both played well in the semi-finals. Coach Kim probably won’t risk making any changes. Meanwhile, in midfield, Van Truong has proven his qualities as a leader in the middle. The person chosen to play as a promising partner is still Xuan Bac.

Xuan Bac can continue to be trusted by coach Kim Sang-sik in the midfield (Photo: VFF)

Before leaving for the archipelago, many opinions leaned towards the conclusion that Thai Son would secure a place in the midfield. In fact, the midfielder from Thanh Hoa participated in the opening match against U23 Laos. However, Thai Son's somewhat safe playing style and sometimes slow pace of attack gave Xuan Bac the opportunity.

Xuan Bac is not a good midfielder for blocking, but his ability to support attacks and good tactical vision help the player wearing the PVF-CAND shirt to switch positions with Van Truong, creating another surprise attack, penetrating deep into the opponent's penalty area.

The headers that scored against U23 Cambodia (not recognized for offside) or the goal from a classy aerial situation that sealed the 2-1 victory against U23 Philippines are clear proof.

On the offensive line, the trio of Dinh Bac, Cong Phuong and Van Khang will probably play together from the start. In the context that expected strikers such as Le Viktor, Quoc Viet or young talent Le Van Thuan have not yet reached their peak form, Cong Phuong has become a bright spot thanks to his ability to drop deep to play the ball, connecting for transitions.

In addition to a healthy force and high morale, U23 Vietnam also enjoys a slight advantage over its opponents in terms of physical strength.

Having to exert all his strength to fight against U23 Thailand after more than 120 tense minutes, many of the home team's key players showed signs of muscle strain. Among them, main striker Jens Raven had to be carried to the car by medical staff after the match.

Expected lineup for the final U23 Vietnam vs U23 Indonesia

U23 Vietnam: Trung Kien; Ly Duc, Hieu Minh, Nhat Minh, Anh Quan, Phi Hoang, Cong Phuong, Xuan Bac, Van Khang, Van Truong, Dinh Bac

U23 Indonesia: Ardiansyah; Achmad Maulana Syarif, Kadek Arel, Kakang Rudianto, Frengky Missa; Dony Pamungkas, Dominikus Dion, Robi Darwis; Rayhan Hannan, Jens Raven, Rahmat Arjuna

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