Coach Kim Sang Sik receives a series of extremely positive news ahead of the 2026 AFF Cup.

Coach Kim Sang Sik has been receiving encouraging updates about the team's strength as several core players of the Vietnamese national team make their return before the 2026 ASEAN Cup and FIFA ASEAN Cup.

Prior to the 2026 ASEAN Cup and FIFA ASEAN Cup, Coach Kim Sang Sik has been consistently receiving positive signals regarding the team's personnel, opening up many expectations for the Vietnamese national team in the upcoming journey. Following the FIFA Days period in March 2026, the team's staffing situation is gradually stabilizing again.

One of the noteworthy positive updates comes from Vu Van Thanh. The defender born in 1996 has officially returned to training with Hanoi Police Club after a long period of treatment for a serious ankle injury. This recovery places him before a significant opportunity to make a comeback if he achieves good physical condition and form in the coming period.

Previously, Van Thanh had to undergo surgery due to ligament and meniscus damage, thereby missing important matches of the Vietnamese national team in the Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers. His return holds significance not only professionally but also helps reinforce the right flank – a position that requires stability.

Additionally, the attacking line also receives a positive signal as Bui Vi Hao has returned to training with Becamex Ho Chi Minh City Club. After a period of injury recovery and missing the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup finals, this young striker is striving to regain his form to compete for a spot in the national team.

The return of Vi Hao provides an additional attacking option for the national team in a context where refreshing the squad is needed. If he maintains stable performance, he could certainly become a notable figure under Coach Kim Sang Sik in regional tournaments.

Furthermore, Dinh Bac also has the potential to join if he completes his suspension from AFC. With a series of positive signals from both key pillars and young talents, the Vietnamese national team is gradually completing its squad, creating an important foundation for the goal of conquering the 2026 ASEAN Cup and FIFA ASEAN Cup.