Vietnam FC are meeting with Indonesia FC with aims of ending their losing run across all contests, for a better chance for qualification. Heading into this game, none of these two teams have a better momentum, as they are both coming from their losses. Vietnam is currently suffering a losing run, a record they want to end through this match. Fortunately for Vietnam, they remain to be at the second of their group, having three points in their campaign. Meanwhile, it is the other way around for Indonesia are no better, as they are also from a loss here. Moreover, Indonesia remains to be winless in their qualifiers campaign, thus, their zero point. The meeting between these two teams is on March 21, 2024, at 9:30 PM (GMT+8).
Vietnam FC
Vietnam is facing a tough match against Indonesia, who they have unbeaten in 11 of their last 13 encounters. Vietnam has a poor run in the Asian Cup, losing each of their three games and finishing in Group D. They started the season with a 4-2 defeat against Japan, followed by a 1-0 defeat by Indonesia and a 3-2 loss to Iraq. Vietnam is now focusing on the World Cup qualifiers, having gained three points from their opening two matches. Additionally, the Golden Star Warriors have a run of five consecutive defeats across all competitions. Fortunately, they are with Nguyen Van Toan and Nguyen Dinh Bac contributing to their success. Vietnam aims to end this poor run by facing an Indonesian team that has won four of their last 13 encounters.
Troussier has named a strong squad for upcoming matches, featuring Nguyen Hoang Duc, Nguyen Quang Hai, and Bui Tien Dung. Van Toan, a seven-goal striker, will lead the attack, while Nguyen Thai Son, Hoang Duc, and Quang Hai will team up at the center.
Indonesia FC
Indonesia’s Asian Cup campaign ended in a disappointing 4-0 defeat to Australia on January 28. The defeat was a result of a poor start to the season, with defeats against Iraq and Japan and a 1-0 win over Vietnam. Indonesia currently ranks 142nd in the FIFA World Rankings and is now focusing on the World Cup qualifiers. They started their journey with a 5-1 loss to Iraq on November 16, but managed to salvage a 1-1 draw with the Philippines. Despite their recent struggles, Indonesia’s men have failed to win eight of their last nine matches across all competitions, with the exception of their victory over Vietnam in November. Despite this, their win over Vietnam helped them advance to the knockout rounds in the Asian Cup.
Indonesia has called up 26 players for upcoming games against Vietnam, including Pratama Arhan, Nadeo Argawinata, and Rafael Struick. Ivar Jenner will retain his XI role, while Asnawi Mangkualam, Justin Hubner, and Sandy Walsh form the back three. New faces include Jay Idzes, Nathan Tjoe-A-On, Thom Haye, and Ragnar Oratmangoen.
Prediction:
Vietnam FC (2.5)
Odds: -0.85
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