Vietnamese players born in the Year of the Horse include those born between January 27, 1990 and February 14, 1991, as well as the next generation born between February 12, 2002 and January 31, 2003. Their birth dates are based on club registration records with the Vietnam Professional Football Company (VPF). Below is a 4-5-1 lineup featuring these players.

Goalkeeper Nguyen Van Viet (The Cong Viettel FC): Developed in the youth academy of Song Lam Nghe An (SLNA), Van Viet joined The Cong Viettel FC at the start of the V.League season and was entrusted with the first-choice goalkeeper position. Thanks to his consistent performances, he is regarded as a strong contender for a future spot in the Vietnam national team.

Defender Nguyen Thanh Kien (Ho Chi Minh City FC): Considered a promising young defender, Thanh Kien made 13 appearances in the V.League last season. However, he has had limited playing time for Ho Chi Minh City FC this season.

Defender Giap Tuan Duong (Hanoi Police FC): Having been called up to both the Vietnam U23 and the senior national team, Tuan Duong is highly regarded for his disciplined playing style. However, he has had limited opportunities to feature for Hanoi Police FC in this V.League season.

Defender Vu Tien Long (Hanoi FC): Highly regarded for his versatility and ability to play as either a centre-back or left-back, the former Vietnam U23 international possesses strong attacking and defensive qualities. Unfortunately, Tien Long is currently recovering from a torn knee ligament, with his rehabilitation expected to be completed in April 2025.

Defender Vo Huu Viet Hoang (Ho Chi Minh City Police FC): Developed in the Hoang Anh Gia Lai (HAGL) youth academy, Viet Hoang previously represented the Vietnam U19 team and is highly regarded for his pace, stamina, and versatility, with the ability to play on either flank. In this V.League season, he has made nine appearances for Ho Chi Minh City Police FC.

Midfielder Nguyen Duc Phu (Ho Chi Minh City Police FC): Having represented the Vietnam U23 team and made 12 appearances in the 2025/26 V.League season, Duc Phu has showcased the qualities of a player developed at the Promotion Fund for Vietnamese Football Talent (PVF) academy. Primarily a central midfielder, he is also capable of operating as a defensive midfielder or a wing-back.

Midfielder Phan Ba Quyen (Song Lam Nghe An FC): Although not particularly tall, Ba Quyen is highly regarded for his tackling ability and pressing intensity. Primarily a defensive midfielder, the SLNA FC player can also operate as a central defender. In this V.League season, he has made 12 appearances.

Midfielder Tran Ngoc Son (Nam Dinh FC): Having been called up to the Vietnam senior national team, Ngoc Son has impressed the club’s coaching staff with his ability to create attacking breakthroughs. However, he has had limited opportunities to feature for Nam Dinh FC in this V.League season.

Midfielder Dinh Xuan Tien (The Cong Viettel FC): Developed in the SLNA FC youth academy, Xuan Tien is a former member of the Vietnam U22 team. He has impressed since joining The Công Viettel at the start of the season. In nine appearances in this season’s V.League, he has scored two goals.

Midfielder Vu Minh Tuan (Quang Ninh FC): Having played in the V.League for many years, Vu Minh Tuan returned to Quang Ninh FC this season and has made seven appearances in V.League 2, scoring one goal and demonstrating his resilience.

Striker Pham Dinh Duy (Da Nang FC): Having been called up to the Vietnam national team under coach Park Hang-seo, Dinh Duy is highly regarded for his pace and tenacious playing style. This season, he has made 12 appearances for Da Nang FC in the V.League.

Talented Vietnamese footballers born in the Year of the Snake

VOV.VN - Vietnamese football has seen many talented players born in the Year of the Snake, with the most notable name being Trong Hoang, who was born in 1989.