With respect to Nepal, coach Kim Sang Sik and his players in the Vietnam team are very confident of winning a maximum of 6 points in the two upcoming home matches, in the final qualifying round of the 2027 Asian Cup.

In fact, it is very difficult for Nepal to create a surprise against an opponent that is 62 places higher than them in the FIFA rankings. For many different reasons, coach Matt Ross's team did not have the best preparation, while the Vietnamese team was completely the opposite.

In addition to the advantage of playing both matches at home, the "Golden Star Warriors" are at a higher level, possessing a force that is both experienced in battle and has the youth of the U23 team that is "in form" under coach Kim Sang Sik.

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Vietnam team is being rejuvenated.

Even in the next two matches, the Vietnam team can refresh its image with a squad of young players. With 8 faces in the U23 Vietnam, Coach Kim Sang Sik can completely use almost all of them, and still ensure the goal of victory.

The fact that midfielder Quang Hai had to withdraw due to a shoulder injury at the last minute but coach Kim Sang Sik did not call anyone to replace him shows that the Korean strategist has great confidence in his student and believes in his ability to win 6 points.

In the starting lineup for the two matches against Nepal, coach Kim Sang Sik can give opportunities to goalkeeper Trung Kien, two young central defenders Hieu Minh and Nhat Minh, on the wings and above will be Nguyen Phi Hoang, Khuat Van Khang, Nguyen Xuan Bac, Nguyen Thanh Nhan, Dinh Bac. These are also the pillars of U23 Vietnam, expected to win the 33rd SEA Games gold medal and repeat the feat at the 2026 AFC U23 Championship.

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Thanh Nhan is one of the notable faces in U23 Vietnam. Photo: SN

Of course, the Vietnamese team still needs seniors to guide, support mentally and control the playing style. Hoang Duc, Hai Long, Tuan Hai or Tien Linh are always ready to combine with young players to create a fresh team with a lot of fighting spirit, but still have the necessary courage and tenacity.

Coach Kim Sang Sik's trust in the U23 players in the two matches against Nepal is not surprising, and the Vietnamese team will have the youngest squad in history, bringing excitement to fans.

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/tuyen-viet-nam-co-the-thang-nepal-bang-doi-hinh-tre-nhat-lich-su-2450175.html