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Coach Kim Sang-sik apologizes to Vietnamese fans after the defeat to Malaysia

Speaking at the post-match press conference following the second Group F match of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers against Malaysia, head coach Kim Sang-sik offered a sincere apology to Vietnamese fans and reaffirmed the team’s determination to move forward and focus on the upcoming matches.

Malaysia vs. Vietnam: The Strength of Naturalized Players

Opting for a defensive approach, the Vietnamese national team struggled to change the course of the match despite their best efforts, as the home side featured as many as nine high-quality naturalized players in their starting lineup.

Two-year countdown: Dates for AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ confirmed

Kuala Lumpur: The upcoming edition of Asia’s crown jewel – the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ – will take place from January 7 to February 5, 2027, across three cities – the Kingdom’s capital Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar, marking the two-year countdown to the 19th edition of the Continent’s most prestigious men’s football tournament.