BREAKING: Quang Hải unexpectedly parts ways with the Vietnam national team

Quang Hải is temporarily stepping back from the Vietnam national team during the two legs of the 2027 Asian Cup qualification.

According to multiple reliable sources, midfielder Nguyễn Quang Hải is likely to bid farewell to the Vietnam national team during the two 2027 Asian Cup qualifying matches against Nepal, prioritizing time to fully recover from injury. This decision has been respected by the coaching staff but leaves many fans feeling regretful.

After playing for CAHN club, the 1997-born midfielder has not yet reached his peak fitness. To avoid the risk of re-injury, he has requested to withdraw from the squad for the two crucial matches against Nepal.

Quang Hải’s absence will definitely impact the strength of Vietnam’s midfield, especially since he has always been regarded as a top creative player. Although he hasn’t shined as frequently as during his peak years of 2018–2019, the star from Hanoi Police FC remains a key figure that fans place great hopes on in major tournaments.

Losing Quang Hải for the two matches of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers is a significant setback for coach Kim Sang Sik, but it also emphasizes the team’s need to quickly adapt to the absence of one of the most creative players Vietnam has had over recent years.

In the upcoming two matches, Vietnam will face Nepal aiming to secure all 6 points to gain an advantage in the race for a spot at the 2027 Asian Cup. Despite Quang Hải’s absence, the team still has several alternatives such as Nguyễn Hoàng Đức and Thành Long, experienced midfielders who can take on the playmaking role.

Quang Hải’s withdrawal from this training camp reduces the Vietnam national team roster to 23 players, which is likely the final squad list for this call-up.

Fans hope that Quang Hải’s temporary retreat will allow him more time to fully recover, so he can come back stronger for the remainder of the qualifiers. At 28 years old, he is still considered one of the key figures in Vietnamese football’s pursuit of major goals.

His absence this time is unfortunate, but it also demonstrates Quang Hải’s professionalism and responsibility towards his long-term career and the national team’s best interests.