A sea of supporters gathered at the airport late into the night, waving national flags, holding banners, and presenting bouquets of flowers to warmly welcome the players and coaching staff.
Under the astute leadership of head coach Kim Sang-sik, Vietnam has achieved unprecedented regional success this year, including winning the 2024 ASEAN Championship (AFF Cup in early 2025), the 2025 ASEAN U23 Championship, and securing gold at the 2025 SEA Games.
Striker Dinh Bac is hailed as one of Vietnam’s most promising young attackers, combining raw talent with an insatiable hunger for success.
Ly Duc is considered one of Vietnam’s most talented young defenders, consistently contributing to the success of the U22/U23 teams and earmarked for future senior national team plans under coach Kim Sang-sik.
Striker Quoc Viet is renowned as a versatile modern attacker, capable of playing across the front line, both on the wings and through the center.
At SEA Games 33 in Thailand, striker Van Thuan, though not a starting player, emerged as a key impact substitute, providing crucial attacking sparks for the U22 Vietnam team under coach Kim Sang-sik.
Head coach Kim Sang-sik and the players took time to engage with fans, signing autographs and posing for photos, creating an emotional and unforgettable homecoming celebration.
Trung Kien served as the primary goalkeeper for the U22 team during the SEA Games 33 campaign, entrusted with the No. 1 spot by coach Kim Sang-sik and playing every match throughout the tournament.
During the Vietnam vs Thailand final at SEA Games 33, midfielder Thai Son played a pivotal role in the build-up to the winning goal, delivering a key pass that set up the decisive finish.
Midfielder Viktor Le represents a new wave of overseas Vietnamese talent being integrated into the national teams, combining foreign training with an increasing role in Vietnam’s youth and senior setups.
The gold-medal victory and the team’s triumphant return have ignited celebrations across the nation, underscoring the unifying power of football and the growing expectations for Vietnam’s young talents on the regional and international stage.
Following their return, the U22 players are expected to enjoy a brief break before regrouping for upcoming international commitments, as Vietnam continues preparations for future continental tournaments.

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