Expected lineup of U22 Vietnam vs U22 Uzbekistan: Dinh Bac, Le Viktor return

In the second match of the 2025 Panda Cup friendly tournament, U22 Vietnam will play U22 Uzbekistan. Coach Dinh Hong Vinh will likely change the personnel compared to the starting lineup in the victory over U22 China. Le Viktor and Nguyen Dinh Bac are the names expected to participate.

This duo was not on the list of players registered for the opening match, due to playing late in round 11 of V.League and only arriving in China 1 day in advance. Therefore, both players were given a rest to ensure their fitness. Dinh Bac can immediately return to the starting lineup as a striker, a position that Nguyen Quoc Viet did not show much in the previous match.

Meanwhile, against strong opponents with good fighting ability, Le Viktor is often not the preferred choice. This Vietnamese-American midfielder is suitable for the U22 Vietnam team's attacking style, putting pressure on the opponent. The player of Ha Tinh Club can be used in the second half.

U22 Vietnam can change many positions in the starting lineup in the match against U22 Uzbekistan.

On the other hand, when there is Dinh Bac - a player who tends to move wide to receive the ball and create opportunities, U22 Vietnam needs 2 wingers who tend to accelerate and exploit space. Nguyen Ngoc My, Nguyen Thanh Nhan - or Bui Vi Hao - are more suitable options.

In the goalkeeper position, after Cao Van Binh had a good performance against U22 China, Tran Trung Kien had his turn to show his talent. The central defenders - the area that needs stability in a game that prioritizes safety - are unlikely to have any disturbances. The trio of Ly Duc, Hieu Minh and Nhat Minh still play very well together. Meanwhile, Phi Hoang and Anh Quan are still the two best wingers.

The abundant force in the midfield gives coach Dinh Hong Vinh many options to arrange. In the match against U22 China, Xuan Bac was chosen to pair with Van Truong. Thai Son, who usually rotates with Xuan Bac, may be given a chance against U22 Uzbekistan.

Expected lineup of U22 Vietnam

Goalkeeper: Tran Trung Kien;

Defenders: Dinh Quang Kiet, Nguyen Hieu Minh, Nguyen Nhat Minh;

Midfielders: Vo Anh Quan, Nguyen Thai Son, Nguyen Van Truong, Nguyen Phi Hoang;

Forwards: Nguyen Thanh Nhan, Nguyen Dinh Bac, Nguyen Ngoc My.

Phuong Mai

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