The decision was made following a training session on April 1. Tran Van Luong, a 2003-born goalkeeper from Saigon Titans, was the player to miss out. Despite being called up since 2025 and showing potential, he was unable to compete for a place following the return of Ho Van Y.

During the training camp, Ho Van Y impressed the coaching staff with his consistency and experience in both training sessions and friendly matches. He is expected to form a reliable goalkeeping pair with Pham Van Tu.

The squad largely retain a core of experienced players who have competed in multiple international tournaments. At the same time, several young players have been given opportunities, including Nguyen Thac Hieu, who earned his place in the final squad after making a strong impression during training.

The 2026 AFF Futsal Championship is to take place in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from April 5-12. Drawn in group A, Vietnam are scheduled to face Myanmar on April 6, Timor-Leste on April 7, and hosts Thailand on April 8.

With a blend of experience and youth, Giustozzi’s side are expected to deliver a positive performance at the regional competition, with Ho Van Y seen as a key figure in their bid to advance deep into the tournament.

New fixtures for Vietnam at ASEAN Futsal Championship after Cambodia withdrawal

VOV.VN - The ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) on March 9 announced adjustments to the schedule of the 2026 ASEAN Futsal Championship after Cambodia withdrew from the tournament, a move that has also affected the group stage lineup involving Vietnam.