Commentator Quang Huy: 'Opportunities for young players in the Vietnam vs Nepal match'

09/10/2025 14:19:00 pandatv

With a determined spirit, careful preparation, and home advantage, the Vietnam team aims for a convincing win to keep their hopes alive for the 2027 Asian Cup finals and strengthen fan confidence.

Commentator Vu Quang Huy notes that regardless of the punishment for the Malaysian team, Vietnam must focus fully on their own tasks first: "Though the exact penalty for Malaysian football is still unknown, Vietnam must perform excellently in the two matches against Nepal. We need to secure what is necessary to prepare at our best for the upcoming clash with Malaysia next March.

Vietnam must beat Nepal to keep their hopes of advancing alive and to restore the trust of domestic football fans after losing to Malaysia four months ago. Moreover, they need not only to win but to win by a large margin to improve their goal difference, which could be decisive if Vietnam and Malaysia finish the qualifiers with equal points.

I believe securing a full 3 points against Nepal is not too difficult for Vietnam since the opponent is rated much weaker. What fans are eager to see is how Coach Kim Sang Sik will use his players and present the Vietnam team’s style when calling up many young talents for the two matches against Nepal.

Vietnam currently has its strongest squad, blending the experience of players like Văn Lâm, Tiến Dũng, Duy Mạnh, Hoàng Đức, Tuấn Hải with the youth and ambition of U23 players such as Khuất Văn Khang, Xuân Bắc, Đình Bắc, Phi Hoàng, and Thanh Nhàn… promising a varied and dynamic style of play.

U23 players like Hiểu Minh (second from the right) might be tested in the match between Vietnam and Nepal. Photo: Tuấn Phạm

Additionally, playing at the Gò Đậu home stadium is a strong support and advantage, with enthusiastic fan backing giving the players extra motivation to perform better."

Commentator Vu Quang Huy anticipates fresh elements in the Vietnam team: "I imagine Coach Kim Sang Sik will mix and match players in this game. The players understand that winning 3 points against Nepal is not just a requirement but also that fans demand and expect to see how Vietnam performs. Clearly, fans want more than just a win; they want a convincing performance from the team.

It’s very likely some U23 players will be used in this match. The presence of young players promises new energy and more tactical options for the national team. The combination of youth and experience is expected to provide depth and balance to the squad, ensuring both continuity and stability in play."

Commentator Vu Quang Huy warns that although Nepal is not highly rated, they must not be underestimated: "They have good physical fitness and a determined playing style, ready to defend en masse and wait for counterattack chances. Therefore, Vietnam must not be complacent or waste opportunities.

Having lost to Malaysia and Laos, Nepal currently ranks last in Group F. Their squad mainly consists of locally based players, mostly young and inexperienced internationally. Nepal’s coach admits the great challenge of facing a team like Vietnam, which is superior in every aspect.

On the FIFA rankings, Nepal is 176th while Vietnam is 114th globally. The 62-rank gap clearly shows the skill difference between the two teams. This will likely result in a big win for Vietnam."

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