Southeast Asian fans are buzzing over two foreign players about to be naturalized in Vietnam

The announcement that Vietnam is set to naturalize two Brazilian foreign players has caused a stir among Southeast Asian supporters, generating various conflicting views on the team's power and the legality involved.

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) and head coach Kim Sang Sik officially submitted an application to the Ministry of Justice to naturalize two Brazilian foreign players, Geovane Magno (31 years old, attacking midfielder, Ninh Bình FC) and Janclesio (32 years old, central defender, Ninh Bình FC). This quickly became a hot topic among the Southeast Asian football community. Both players have been competing in the V-League since 2019 and currently meet the residency requirements to complete the naturalization process.

Right after the news broke, many fans in the region shared their different viewpoints. Some praised this move, considering it a reasonable step to strengthen Vietnam's national team. One fan commented: “This is the right move because naturalization is a process that cannot happen instantly.”

Alongside the support, there are cautious voices as well. Some fans worry that if not strictly controlled, naturalization could lead to controversies. One comment stated clearly: “Make sure the players being naturalized meet all legal requirements to play for the national team.”

From a neutral perspective, many believe the key factor is transparency and adherence to FIFA regulations. One spectator shared: “Everything is fine as long as FIFA rules are properly followed.”

Moreover, there is strong support from many fans in the region. Another fan wrote: “Vietnam should not hesitate. In Europe, naturalizing players is very common. The important thing is that all paperwork is complete.”

From these comments, it is clear that the naturalization of Geovane and Janclesio is not only a personnel matter but also sparks widespread debate within the Southeast Asian football community. Despite differing opinions, most agree that if the process is conducted legally, the inclusion of these two foreign players will bring new strength and depth to Vietnam's team in upcoming competitions.