Are there any changes to Vietnam’s U23 squad when facing Iraq U23?

U23 Vietnam will face many challenges in the match with U23 Iraq in the quarterfinals of U23 Asia 2024. Facing the fast, strong and strong players of the West Asian team, coach Hoang Mr. Tuan will have calculations about personnel and tactics to overcome opponents.

Most likely, the Khanh Hoa coach will use the main frame again in the first two group stage matches. Previously, these factors had more rest in the final match against U23 Uzbekistan when the home team had secured a ticket to the quarterfinals.

Goalkeeper Quan Van Chuan will return to U23 Vietnam’s goal. The goalkeeper born in 2001 has been a solid stopper in the past period, often making excellent saves.

The trio of central defenders could be Luong Duy Cuong (left), Le Nguyen Hoang (center) and Nguyen Manh Hung (right). In addition, coach Hoang Anh Tuan can also deploy Nguyen Ngoc Thang to replace Manh Hung.

To score against Iraq, the defense first needs to ensure certainty. But the midfielders lack confidence and need to improve this in the next match.

Meanwhile, the two-sided corridor of U23 Vietnam is the appearance of Khuat Van Khang (left wing) and Ho Van Cuong (right wing). Van Cuong’s return after a 1-match suspension gives the home team more attack options.

The central midfield pair will remain the same with the appearance of Vo Hoang Minh Khoa and Nguyen Thai Son. However, these two players need to play fiercely and develop the ball more upward to create conditions for the strikers to have the opportunity to reach the opponent’s net.

Playing highest in attack is the striker duo Vo Nguyen Hoang and Nguyen Van Tung. Although Nguyen Hoang has not yet fired a shot, he is an important factor in the squad with his pressing moves and smart moves.

In addition, Nguyen Van Truong will be used in the position of defender, supporting teammates to put pressure on the opponent’s field.