Vietnam U23 team begins ASIAD training without head coach Kim
On July 29th, Vietnam's U23 team began training at the Vietnam Football Youth Training Center in preparation for ASIAD 20, scheduled in Nagoya, Japan this September. The first practice was led by interim coach Đinh Hồng Vinh as head coach Kim Sang-sik is occupied with the senior national team at the 2026 ASEAN Cup. Key players including goalkeeper Cao Văn Bình, defender Đặng Tuấn Phong, and versatile midfielder Nguyễn Công Phương participated. Vietnam's U23 is placed in Group C alongside Uzbekistan, the Philippines, and Kuwait for the ASIAD 20 football tournament.
Key facts
- Interim coach Đinh Hồng Vinh led the first U23 training session on July 29
- Key players like goalkeeper Cao Văn Bình participated in preparation
- Vietnam U23 will compete in Group C at ASIAD 20 alongside Uzbekistan, Philippines, Kuwait
Why it matters
Vietnam’s preparation for the ASIAD football tournament reflects the country’s focus on nurturing young athletic talent for regional and international success. The absence of head coach Kim Sang-sik due to senior team commitments shows the prioritization of multiple national squads. Success in such competitions can enhance Vietnam’s sporting reputation and provide a sense of pride and unity for Vietnamese communities worldwide.
Source and method
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