Thai media highly praises the new strength of the Vietnam national team.

Thai media pays close attention to the roster of 28 players selected by the Vietnam national team, particularly the naturalized talents before the 2026 AFF Cup.

Shortly after Coach Kim Sang Sik announced the list of 28 players for the Vietnam national team preparing for the 2026 AFF Cup., Thai media immediately offered notable assessments. As the reigning Southeast Asian champions, the Vietnam national team continues to receive special attention from regional media outlets.

Thailand’s Siam Sport stated: “The Vietnam national team has revealed its 28-player squad, aiming to compete for the 2026 AFF Cup title.” According to the Thai media’s evaluation, Coach Kim Sang Sik’s team possesses a squad capable of challenging Thailand and Indonesia for the championship.

Thai newspapers also focused on the Vietnam national team’s preparation plans ahead of the tournament. Siam Sport wrote: “This team will hold a training camp in South Korea to pursue their ambition of winning a fourth Southeast Asian championship. The Vietnam national team is expected to assemble starting June 22.”

Notably, naturalized players remain in the spotlight of this call-up list. Siam Sport analyzed: “Leading the attack for the Vietnam national team will be striker Nguyen Xuan Son, formerly known as Rafaelson. Supporting him will be Do Hoang Hen, previously named Hendrio.”

Additionally, ASEAN Football website also praised the inclusion of new naturalized players. The outlet noted: “Three naturalized players have been called up to the Vietnam national team for the first time: goalkeeper Le Giang Patrik, striker Nguyen Tai Loc, and midfielder Khoa Ngo. This marks a significant milestone for these players.”

The Vietnam national team’s continuous addition of quality players demonstrates their strong determination to defend the 2026 AFF Cup title. After the training camp in South Korea and international friendly matches, Coach Kim Sang Sik’s team is expected to further assert their status as one of the leading football powers in Southeast Asia.