In the two friendly matches against Hong Kong (China) and Syria, coach Philippe Troussier had time to test and implement his tactical ideas. Although many problems remained, the Vietnamese team showed impressive efforts and technical quality.
Under the previous reign of coach Park Hang-seo , fans were familiar with the pragmatic, calculating playing style. The Korean strategist focused relatively on defense as well as quick counterattacks. Throughout his 5-year journey with Vietnamese football , he brought countless achievements, thereby contributing to raising the position of our country on the world football map.
Now, Mr. Philippe Troussier is the successor of the quintessence and legacy left by his predecessor. The former coach of the Japanese national team is famous for his imposing attacking philosophy with the main focus on short passes. A coach with a lot of experience, helping the Japanese team overcome the group stage of the 2002 World Cup will bring a positive signal for the progress of Vietnamese football.
Mr. Philippe Troussier has to take on the responsibility of both the U23 Vietnam team and the national team. The huge workload puts a lot of pressure on the coaching staff. They not only carry the mission of the team but also of the entire Vietnamese nation.
Hong Kong (China) and Syria are quality opponents for Mr. Philippe Troussier and his students to practice and get familiar with tactics. After two matches, the players all showed progress and cohesion in group coordination on the field. A disjointed and uninspired team against Hong Kong became smooth and cohesive against Syria. In two vibrant lands like Nam Dinh and Hai Phong, the players as well as the coaching staff shared an exciting atmosphere, dedicated and fought with all their might in every development.
Tuan Anh - the soul on the football field
Under coach Philippe Troussier, the midfielder position is required to operate with high intensity and have stable field coverage skills. Physical factors and the ability to collide are highly valued. With someone who has suffered too many injuries, Tuan Anh will have relatively difficult time competing with his teammates on the national team.
In his professional career, Tuan Anh is associated with the image of a talented young man on the football field but often suffers from unfortunate injuries. He tends to play quietly and plays the role of controlling the rhythm and speed of the match. However, the player from Thai Binh shows a fresh, different face when wearing the national team shirt.
Tuan Anh actively moves around, looking for space instead of being confined in a small space. Even when the team played poorly against Hong Kong (China), Tuan Anh was still a rare bright spot when completing the task of relieving pressure and maintaining the accuracy of his passes. Tuan Anh also worked hard to shoot from long range, something he rarely does. In the current Vietnam team, Tuan Anh plays an indispensable role in the way Mr. Philippe Troussier operates.
The mark of young players
Besides experienced players like Quang Hai, Cong Phuong or Van Hau, young talents have left certain impressions when given the opportunity. They are inexperienced, but the effort and enthusiasm are always full in every step of the young men.
Striker Nguyen Van Tung was given a starting position in both matches against Hong Kong (China) and Syria. He was the joint top scorer of SEA Games 32 with five goals and is planned to become the national team's striker. In the future, the top position in the attack line will gather many competitive players such as Nham Manh Dung or Tien Linh. Van Tung was forced to take a position at Hanoi club to compete in a fierce environment like V-League.
In addition, defender Phan Tuan Tai, midfielder Thai Son, Van Toan and Van Khang all had time to breathe the air of a national team match. They all successfully proved their abilities, showing the image of indispensable pillars in the future.
Young players contribute to the team's innovation in thinking and playing style. Combining with experienced players helps young people gradually mature and become more stable. Vietnamese football still has a long journey ahead, with aspirations in continental and world-class tournaments, including a ticket to the 2026 World Cup.
Source: nhandan.vn
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