Vietnam Starting Lineup vs Philippines: Thanh Nhã’s Speed and Thu Thương’s Physical Presence

Vietnam's starting lineup against the Philippines shows significant changes from the semifinal against Indonesia, notably with two players known for their speed (Thanh Nhã) and physique (Lương Thị Thu Thương) starting the match.

Thanh Nhã and Thu Thương are starting in the SEA Games 2025 final

These adjustments by coach Mai Đức Chung are considered necessary because the Philippines, who defeated us 1-0 in the group stage, are regarded as much stronger than Indonesia in terms of tactics, physique, and stamina. It is clear that the Vietnamese women's team has made notable tactical changes reflecting the match’s importance and difficulty.

Compared to the match against Indonesia, coach Mai Đức Chung retained six players: goalkeeper Trần Thị Kim Thanh, central defenders Hoàng Thị Loan and Lê Thị Diễm My, midfielder Phạm Hải Yến, forwards Cù Thị Huỳnh Như and Nguyễn Thị Bích Thùy. This group forms the team’s backbone, bringing rich experience and viewed as the most stable choices currently. However, the other positions underwent significant changes to adapt to the physical and long-ball style of the Philippines.