The absence of the key midfield link Van Truong not only deprives Vietnam U22 of a technical leader but also forces Coach Kim Sang Sik to significantly adjust his team-building strategy forSEA Games 33.
Instead of directly seeking a like-for-like replacement, the Korean tactician opts to "fill the gap" by reinforcing both the attack and midfield lines, aiming to spread the pressure of controlling play and create more breakthroughs upfront.
Thanh Trung stands out as a highlight in Coach Kim Sang Sik’s calculated personnel strategy.