Football Always Changes, So Quick Responses Seem to Produce Good Results

Kim Sang-sik, head coach of Vietnam's national football team, said he dreams of leading the team to the World Cup after securing back-to-back ASEAN Hyundai Cup titles. In an online video press conference with South Korean reporters on the 28th, Kim said, "The players followed well, and we could win thanks to the support of Vietnamese fans. I am very happy, but I will prepare again.

Kim's team drew 2-2 with Thailand in the second leg of the 2026 ASEAN Hyundai Cup final at home on the 26th, winning 4-2 on aggregate. The tournament, held every two years and dubbed the "Southeast Asian World Cup, saw Vietnam claim its second consecutive title. The team also extended its unbeaten run to 26 matches.

"There is no special method for leadership. Football always changes, so quick responses seem to produce good results." Tactically, it's about quickly attacking the opponent's weaknesses, and I'm grateful the players trusted and followed me, Kim said.