Mr. Troussier chose a very 'unusual' person, what do the experts say?

'Ngoc Bao probably jumped for joy when he heard the news about being on the national team'

The list of 34 players of the Vietnamese national team preparing for the 2023 Asian Cup has been announced, with notable choices by coach Philippe Troussier. In addition to the squad that competed in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the French strategist also called up new faces such as Nguyen Filip, Do Thanh Thinh, Le Ngoc Bao and Nguyen Hai Long.

Regarding the case of Nguyen Filip, a goalkeeper who played for Slovan Liberec and Slovacko (Czech Republic) before playing for Hanoi Police Club (CAHN), commentator Quang Huy said:

"Nguyen Filip is the player we have been waiting for a long time. He has a training process that is superior to the general level of Vietnam, has been called up to the Czech Republic team, and is the best goalkeeper in the Czech Republic league. Van Lam will have a very formidable competitor."

Nguyen Filip has experience in competition.

Coach Pham Nhu Thuan also highly appreciated Nguyen Filip, especially his footwork skills: "Nguyen Filip received basic training and played top-level football in Europe. He has complete football skills, good physique and footwork skills, and can rotate the ball in two very diverse directions. Nguyen Filip also has good reflexes and saves goals very well with his feet."

In defense, the name Le Ngoc Bao surprised fans. The player currently playing for Binh Dinh Club grew up from the "training furnace" PVF, wearing the U.22 Vietnam shirt to win the 30th SEA Games, but has never played for the national team. During his time working at PVF, Coach Troussier understood Ngoc Bao's ability and now gives his student a chance.

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Commentator Vu Quang Huy said about Ngoc Bao: "We have been waiting for someone to jump up, that person is probably Ngoc Bao. He used to play for Pho Hien Club, and has worn the U.22 Vietnam shirt. This is a worthy choice. Recently, Binh Dinh Club has been playing well, the left wing of Ngoc Bao and Thanh Thinh has played effectively.

In the left center-back position, Ngoc Bao played well, helping the team stabilize. After many years of stagnation, Ngoc Bao played well and received a reward of being called up to the national team. This was an exciting time, when the players understood that if they performed well, they would be selected."

Le Ngoc Bao (middle) is Mr. Troussier's new "discovery"

Coach Pham Nhu Thuan shared: "Ngoc Bao has a good physique and technical playing style. His inclusion in the national team caused many surprises. In addition, with Thanh Chung, Duy Manh, Viet Anh, Ngoc Hai... the Vietnamese team has a well-defined defense framework."

Waiting for Quang Hai to explode again

Midfield is where Coach Troussier shapes his players relatively early, from the friendly matches before the second qualifying round of the World Cup. In this training session, he called up 12 names, including many versatile faces who can play in many positions.

Coach Pham Minh Duc said: "Pham Xuan Manh and Truong Tien Anh can play on the right wing, and Duc Chien can play as a central defender. The French coach's midfielders are very versatile and can play in many positions. They are in good form in the past 7 rounds of the V-League."

Commentator Quang Huy agreed when he said: "This midfield has the first criteria of good form, in addition there is a mix of veterans and new faces. Youth, steel, and technique are all there. Van Khang will create an interesting breakthrough. Hai Long also had a quiet time at Hanoi Club, but now he has worked hard to fill the gap of his seniors.

Two Longs are selected

He has a lot of potential. Jackie Chan has also grown since last season and is on the rise. Mr. Troussier's midfield has a lot of energy and desire to compete and prove themselves."

Compared to the first two matches of the second qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup, the Vietnamese team has Quang Hai back. Coach Pham Nhu Thuan expects the midfielder born in 1997 to create beautiful moments again thanks to his unique qualities.

"Quang Hai is a special player, bringing something special to every moment of the match. We have lived through moments when Quang Hai created special things, with artistic and beautiful moves. He had a quiet period, but now he is back in top form, handling the ball well. Hopefully at the 2023 Asian Cup, Quang Hai will bring special moments," the former coach of Quang Ninh team emphasized.

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