Raising the level of Vietnamese youth football

The young talents led by coach Cristiano Roland are assessed by experts to become the successors of the Vietnam national team in the near future. To realize this, young Vietnamese players need to be cared for to improve their skills and develop their talents. Insiders believe that Vietnamese football has produced many talented young players but they do not know how to exploit and fully utilize them.

Vietnamese youth football is entering a phase of improving the quality of training to compete in the international arena. From modern academies to systematic training programs, new trends are shaping the future of the country's football. One of the clearest marks is the strong investment in facilities.

Famous youth football training centers such as PVF, Viettel, Hanoi or HAGL... have built a system of FIFA-standard stadiums, high-tech gyms and comfortable dormitories. These "training grounds" not only provide an ideal environment but also motivate young talents to develop.

Player training programs are increasingly focused on science and depth. Age groups from U8 to U17 are divided into specialized training programs, with curriculum focusing on technique, tactics, physical strength and football thinking. In addition, academies also integrate life skills training, discipline and team spirit, helping young players develop comprehensively.

U17 Vietnam is expected to become the successor of the national team in the future. Photo: VFF

Many Vietnamese football centers also cooperate with famous football organizations such as Arsenal (England), Juventus (Italy), Spain, Japan, etc. to apply advanced training methods. Young Vietnamese players have early access to modern curriculum, improving their professional skills through teaching by foreign experts. In addition, Vietnamese youth teams are also given opportunities to compete and gain experience from overseas training trips and participation in international tournaments.

School and community football are also focused on to expand the source of talent. Community football centers in many big cities regularly recruit and organize training for thousands of children aged 5 to 15. School tournaments become a playground to discover "rough diamonds".

However, the training system still has many shortcomings, causing uneven effectiveness among centers. Limited financial resources also reduce the scale and quality of operations of many training centers. The age at which Vietnamese "young" players start training is still later than international standards, causing many talents to miss out on an important stage of development. V-League clubs often prioritize foreign players and veteran players, so there are few opportunities for young players to practice and hone their skills.

Football expert Doan Minh Xuong commented: "Although national youth tournaments are held regularly, the number of matches per season only fluctuates from 10-15 matches, much lower than in countries like Japan (30-40 matches). Therefore, there needs to be a unified strategy, combining academies, school football and clubs to create a comprehensive training ecosystem, while increasing opportunities for young players to compete."

In recent youth training, scientific nutrition programs have been applied to significantly improve physical fitness and endurance, overcoming weaknesses in physical condition and fitness of Vietnamese players. This will be an important foundation for Vietnamese players to confidently compete with regional football powers.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/nang-tam-bong-da-tre-viet-nam-196250415202747069.htm