ĐT Việt Nam Vừa Về Nước, VFF Triệu Tập Gấp HLV Troussier, Ra Quyết Định Sa Thải, NHM Choáng Váng

Summary

The Vietnam national team returned home after an unsuccessful Asian Cup campaign, failing to make it past the group stage. The Vietnam Football Federation summoned coach Philippe Troussier for an explanation. While firing him now poses financial and logistical challenges, his fate will be decided based on Vietnam's upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Indonesia in March. Vietnam is under pressure to progress as hopes were high. The team's defensive fragility, coupled with mistakes from young talents like Van Khang and Thanh Binh, raises concerns. Thailand has also overtaken Vietnam as the top Southeast Asian team in the latest FIFA rankings.

Takeaways

• 😥 Vietnam national football team returned home after disappointing Asian Cup campaign
• ⚽ VFF held urgent meeting with coach Park to discuss poor results
• 😟 VFF still considering whether to sack Park or not
• 😔 Vietnam crashed out of Asian Cup group stage for the first time
• 📉 Vietnam's FIFA ranking dropped 11 places to 105th
• 👎 High number of red cards and penalties conceded by Vietnam
• 🤔 VFF to decide Park's future based on upcoming WC qualifiers
• 😀 Thailand temporarily surpassed Vietnam as highest ranked SEA team
• 😣 Young players' mistakes ruined Vietnam's Asian Cup
• ❓ Major questions around Park's squad selection and tactics

Q & A

What was the overall result for the Vietnam national team at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup?

Vietnam failed to advance past the group stage, losing all 3 of their matches.

How did the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) respond after the team's return from the Asian Cup?

The VFF summoned head coach Park Hang-seo for an urgent meeting to explain the disappointing results.

What is Park Hang-seo's current contract situation with VFF?

He has over 2 years remaining on his 3.5 year contract with VFF.

What factors is VFF considering regarding potentially firing Park Hang-seo?

The high cost of terminating his contract early and finding a suitable replacement with limited time before upcoming tournaments.

What will be the deciding factor on Park Hang-seo's future with the team?

The results of Vietnam's next two World Cup qualifier matches against Indonesia in March.

How did Park Hang-seo's record against Indonesia contribute to concerns about his suitability?

Park has lost to Indonesia three times before - at the 2004 Asian Cup, 2022 SEA Games and 2023 Asian Cup.

How did mistakes by young/inexperienced players impact Vietnam at the Asian Cup?

Red cards and penalties conceded directly led to defeats against Indonesia and Iraq.

What risks are associated with over-relying on young players?

Potential lack of experience/maturity can lead to critical mistakes and lack of team cohesion.

How did Thailand overtake Vietnam in the latest FIFA rankings?

Strong results under new coach Masa Ishi boosted Thailand up the rankings after Vietnam dropped.

What adjustments need to be made to Park Hang-seo's approach?

Better management of young talent integration and tactical adaptability against tough opponents.