"The goal of the Vietnam U22 team doesn't stop here, but is to reach the final of the men's football tournament at the 33rd SEA Games. Therefore, the team will definitely fight with all their might to win against the Philippines in tomorrow's match. The players are well-prepared in terms of tactics, physical fitness, and spirit, so we will definitely have a good game," said coach Kim Sang Sik before the SEA Games 33 semi-final match against the Philippines U22 team.

The South Korean strategist spoke about the Vietnamese U22 team's preparation: " In terms of personnel, many players have returned in top physical condition, so I think the team's organization has improved. We previously won 2-1 against the Philippines in the Southeast Asian U23 Championship, but that doesn't mean we're guaranteed a win tomorrow. However, the Vietnamese U22 team is well-prepared, so I'm very confident."

No matter what happens in tomorrow's match, we will fight with all our might, all for the Vietnamese flag, to win a ticket to the final, as a gift for our fans."

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Coach Kim Sang Sik is very confident.

Assessing the opponent, coach Kim Sang Sik said: "This will not be an easy match for both teams. Both teams are determined to win, so I think whoever is better prepared physically and mentally will win. Our opponent has improved in terms of organization as well as individual players, so the Vietnam U22 team needs to prepare more thoroughly."

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Khuat Van Khang and his teammates previously defeated the Philippines in the 2025 Southeast Asian Games.

Meanwhile, captain Khuat Van Khang expressed his strong determination: "Tomorrow's match will be very exciting. In the semi-finals, every opponent is formidable. The Philippines is a team we faced in the U23 Southeast Asian Championship. For tomorrow's match, the U22 Vietnam team doesn't face much pressure. We've trained thoroughly and diligently throughout this period. My teammates and I are confident of victory."

Pisces (from Bangkok, Thailand)

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Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/hlv-kim-sang-sik-noi-gi-truc-tran-u22-viet-nam-vs-philippines-2472304.html