Vietnam's national team surprises with notable statistics ahead of the AFF Cup

Vietnam's squad draws attention for its superior average height across several roles, offering a major benefit ahead of the 2026 of the 2026 AFF Cup.

The Vietnamese team is showing a remarkable change in physical attributes during the June training camp in preparation for the 2026 AFF Cup. Under the guidance of coach Kim Sang-sik coach Kim Sang-sik, the team not only possesses technically skilled players but also boasts impressive physical foundations, particularly in average height across various positions.

According to statistics from the list of 28 summoned players, as summoned players, up to 15 names have a height of 1.80m or more. This is a noteworthy figure as Southeast Asian football increasingly emphasizes physical increasingly emphasizes physical strength and the ability to struggle against the wave of player naturalization occurring strongly in many regional countries.

In the goalkeeper position, Vietnam's team makes a strong impression with an average height of up to 1.89m. This is considered a major advantage in aerial situations as situations well as control over the penalty area. The presence of goalkeepers with ideal physiques promises to bring reassurance to the team's defense.

Meanwhile, the attack line boasts an average height of 1.83m, indicating diverse attacking play, especially in aerial balls and set pieces. The defense averages 1.78m, enough to ensure solidity against opponents with physical against opponents with physical advantages in the region.

The midfield is the area with the lowest average height at 1.73m. However, this position requires agility, technique, and ball-handling in tight spaces. The combination of technically skilled midfielders and well-built players in other lines helps the team achieve tactical balance.

The change in physical build clearly that reflects the imprint of Coach Kim Sang-sik Coach Kim Sang-sik's squad construction. In the context where Southeast Asian opponents are continuously strengthening their power through naturalized players the Vietnamese team is currently possessing a possesses a collective that has both technique and a physical foundation capable of competing in upcoming major tournaments, foremost among them being the 2026 AFF Cup.