(Dan Tri) - Experts praised the Vietnamese team despite losing 0-1 to Iraq. This was a match where coach Philippe Troussier continued to give opportunities to many young players with a view to the future.
Last minute goal causes Vietnam team to lose to Iraq
At My Dinh Stadium on the evening of November 21, the Vietnamese team had a good match against Iraq, a former World Cup and Asian champion. It seemed like the home team would have a draw, but the goal conceded in the last seconds was truly cruel.
Despite coming away empty-handed, the Vietnamese team still received much praise, especially for their efforts until the last minute and for playing with a squad of young players.
The Vietnamese team still received praise despite losing to Iraq (Photo: Do Minh Quan).
"My feeling, like many others, is regret. When the Vietnamese team conceded a goal, I was standing right behind the goal so I could clearly feel the sadness of the players. They fought with all their might.
But from a certain perspective, the players have played to their full potential, especially the young players who played very well. I am not surprised that coach Troussier still trusts the young players. They have made progress, but in reality, their physical strength is not good, many players suffered from cramps at the end of the match," commentator Quang Huy commented on the match.
Although Vietnam lost very regrettably, according to commentator Quang Huy, Iraq deserved to win because they played aggressively for the entire 90 minutes, and at the same time, they missed many opportunities. In this match, if goalkeeper Van Lam had not been excellent, Vietnam would have conceded many goals and could have lost the match.
The progress of young players was assessed by commentator Quang Huy from a professional perspective: "These are mostly players who competed from SEA Games 32 to the 2024 U23 Asian qualifiers, Asiad 19 and the national team. Being given the opportunity to compete in major tournaments helps the players become much more confident."
After two matches in the second qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup, coach Philippe Troussier said that young players need to be given more opportunities to play in the V-League.
Speaking at a press conference after the match, the French strategist said: "Dinh Bac and Van Khang have shown their potential, positivity and desire. But their contribution to the club is limited. They need to play more.
Coach Troussier trusts young players who fit his football philosophy (Photo: Manh Quan).
If young Vietnamese players have potential but do not play, it will be difficult for them to develop. There is a reality in Vietnamese football, players at the age of 18, 19, even if they are as talented as Messi, are not sure to be used by coaches.
Commentator Quang Huy agrees with this view: "It's true that we lose a situation, it's a pity, but we need to realize that V-League is only exciting for about 60 minutes. Our players are not used to working at high intensity at that time. We need to improve our endurance both physically and mentally."
Regarding coach Philippe Troussier not using Hoang Duc in both recent matches, commentator Quang Huy said: "Mr. Trousier said in the press conference that the 5 substitutions he used were all situational solutions, for this or that reason, not tactical adjustments.
At the end of the match, the Vietnamese team needed a player to hold the ball but there were no more substitutions. As for coach Philippe Troussier saying Hoang Duc did not meet the requirements, that is each coach's assessment, from which they will decide whether to use him or not.
Mr. Troussier trusts young players because they adapt quickly to the new philosophy, while veteran players are still used to the old way of playing.
Thai Son was used by coach Troussier for the entire 90 minutes in the match against Iraq (Photo: Tien Tuan).
Meanwhile, coach Hoang Anh Tuan shared about the match of the Vietnamese team on the evening of November 21: "Losing in the last seconds of extra time against a very strong opponent like the Iraqi team is an acceptable result, even worthy of respect.
This is a match that fully revealed the ability and potential of Vietnamese football in the new cycle. Obviously, we have the right to dream of a bright future for Vietnamese football. The players dared to hold the ball, control the ball, and deploy the right tactical intentions.
Especially in the second half, not only did the tactical system play a good defensive role, but the attacking options were also diverse and sharp. Of course, I am very proud that many of my young students played very well and received the trust of Coach Troussier. We need to continue to be patient and support Coach Troussier!"
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