Van Hau may not start the match against Malaysia

Doan Van Hau unfortunately suffered a knee injury in the match against Jong Wilem II in the tournament for the Dutch reserve team. However, according to the diagnosis of doctors, Van Hau only had minor pain and needed 2-3 weeks to fully recover.

He still summons with Vietnam NT to prepare for the match against Malaysia on March 31. However, the break will greatly affect the strength of Thai Binh-born player.

According to former midfielder Luu Ngoc Hung, players will be greatly affected if they have to take a long time off for a few months. The case of Van Hau is only from 2-3 weeks so it is not too ominous. Former national player Tran Cong Minh shared with Tuoi Tre:

"if a player recovers from an injury then the coach will not be likely to play him immediately. Because the player after injury must have time to get used to the pace of the game so that the coach can check the movement. A player needes 2-3 weeks to regain his high form if he took the same break."

The absence of Van Hau will be a headache Mr. Park. In addition to alternatives such as Thanh Thinh and Hong Duy, perhaps in the upcoming V-League, Park will scout closely to find new players for the team in the left wing of the defense.

On March 2, AFC met with East Asian representatives to discuss the impact of Covid-19 with the AFC Cup and AFC Champions League matches. The confrontation between Vietnam vs Malaysia will be decided by FIFA.