
Nguyen Van Toan, hailing from HAGL/Vietnam National Team, was born on April 12, 1996, in Hai Duong. He emerged as one of the outstanding graduates of the first class of the Hoang Anh Gia Lai - Arsenal - JMG football academy. Toan was the top scorer in the 2013 ASEAN U19 Football Championship. He plays as a forward. The year 2016 marked a remarkable leap in the growth of the young striker Nguyen Van Toan. Rising from what was considered the 4th spot among young talents at the HAGL - Arsenal - JMG football academy, the Hai Duong native has become the most valuable talent in both HAGL and Vietnam National Team jersey. No longer the inexperienced Toan of 2015, the 20-year-old forward has become much more mature on the field, quicker in speed duels, and stronger in challenges against opponents. In V-League, Van Toan became one of HAGL's top three scorers with 8 goals, four times the number of goals he scored in the previous season. In his early matches for the Vietnam National Team, Van Toan also demonstrated his abilities with 3 goals and 4 assists. Van Toan can play both as a center forward and a winger, regarded as one of Vietnam's most promising young talents in football.
Van Toan is also one of the three best forwards of HAGL in V-League, scoring 8 goals, four times his previous season's tally. In his initial appearances for the Vietnam National Team, Van Toan showcased his capabilities with 3 goals and 4 assists. He is adept at playing both as a center forward and a winger, considered one of Vietnam's most promising young football talents.

Nguyen Trong Dai, from Viettel/U19 Vietnam, was born on April 7, 1997, in Hai Duong. At the age of 11, Dai trained at the Viettel youth academy. He once won the title of 'Top scorer' and outstanding player in the U11 National Championship. Dai can play as a central midfielder, defensive midfielder, and center-back. Alongside Quang Hai and Van Hao, Dai was one of the three players timely added to the U19 Vietnam National Team, crucial for their participation in the U19 Asia Championship finals. As the team captain of the U19 Vietnam National Team alongside Bui Tien Dung, he formed a highly cohesive central midfield duo, creating a solid defensive wall from afar that demoralized opponents' attacks. In Viettel's colors, Dai also had a memorable season, helping the team clinch the runner-up position in the national first division championship. He and his teammates nearly made it to the 2017 V-League if they had overcome Long An in the Play-off match.
Trong Dai, along with Quang Hai and Van Hao, was a vital addition to the U19 Vietnam National Team, contributing significantly to their journey in the U19 Asia Championship finals. His partnership with Bui Tien Dung in the central midfield was formidable, creating a resilient defensive barrier that frustrated opponents' attacks. In addition to his national team duties, Dai had a noteworthy season with Viettel, helping them secure the runner-up spot in the national first division championship. They came close to qualifying for the 2017 V-League, narrowly missing out in the Play-off against Long An.

Bui Tien Dung, representing Than Quang Ninh/U19 Vietnam, was born on November 23, 1998, in Thanh Hoa. In 2010, he joined the Thuong Xuan football youth training center (Thanh Hoa). In 2012, after the dissolution of the Thuong Xuan football center, he was selected for PVF. In the 2016 season, he was loaned to Than Quang Ninh football club to compete in the national championship. Dung plays as a central midfielder. The success of the U19 Vietnam team in the U19 Asia Championship finals was greatly attributed to their solid defense. A crucial piece of that solid defense was Bui Tien Dung. The defensive midfielder, developed at the PVF academy, not only showcased impressive defensive abilities and fierce tackles but also orchestrated smooth play in the midfield area. Dung played a significant role in helping the U19 Vietnam team win the KBZ Bank Cup in Myanmar and delivered an outstanding performance in the U19 Asia Championship finals in Bahrain, thereby securing Vietnam's first-ever qualification for the U20 World Cup.
Tien Dung, a product of the PVF academy, was instrumental in U19 Vietnam's success at the KBZ Bank Cup in Myanmar and their historic qualification for the U20 World Cup. His role as a defensive midfielder was crucial in solidifying the team's defense, and his ability to control the midfield was pivotal in orchestrating their gameplay. Loaned from Than Quang Ninh, Dung's performances in the national championship showcased his versatility and contribution to the team's success.

Nguyen Quang Hai, representing Hanoi T&T/U19 Vietnam, was born on April 12, 1997, in Hanoi. He joined the Hanoi T&T youth academy in 2006 at the age of 9. Known as the youth champion, continuously winning titles in the U17 and U19 tournaments with Hanoi T&T, Quang Hai continued to prove his maturity when he first breathed the air of the V-League in his career. The 19-year-old midfielder appeared in 25 out of 26 matches for the capital city team in the 2016 national championship, the most among U19 Vietnam players participating in the U19 Asia Championship finals. Playing on the left flank, the player nicknamed Hai Con demonstrated his dribbling skills, speed, and innovative plays, becoming a key factor in rejuvenating the Hanoi T&T squad to clinch the V-League title for the third time. In addition to the V-League championship, the National U19 and U21 titles with T&T, Quang Hai also capped off a successful year by helping the U19 Vietnam team reach the semifinals of the U19 Asia Championship, securing a spot in the 2017 U20 World Cup.
Quang Hai, alongside his successes at Hanoi T&T and the U19 Vietnam team, is hailed as one of the most promising talents in Vietnamese football. His exceptional performances have earned him the nickname 'Hai Con' and made him a vital asset for both club and country. In addition to his domestic achievements, Quang Hai played a crucial role in U19 Vietnam's journey to the semifinals of the U19 Asia Championship, securing a historic qualification for the U20 World Cup in 2017.

Ho Minh Di, representing PVF/U19 Vietnam, was born on February 17, 1998, in Quang Tri. In 2009, he was selected to join the PVF training academy and quickly became a precious gem under the guidance of several famous former football stars. Tran Thanh's crucial goal securing a spot in the U20 World Cup was greatly assisted by Ho Minh Di's volley shot. His timely bursts of brilliance in two crucial campaigns for U19 Vietnam are a deserving reward for the relentless efforts of the young midfielder from Quang Tri. His speed, agility, and ability to cut into the penalty area have resulted in spectacular goals against opponents. In addition to his decisive goal against U19 UAE, the diminutive midfielder of U19 Vietnam also scored a beautiful free kick against U19 Australia in the U19 Southeast Asia Championship finals. With his dedication on the training ground and determined performances, it is hoped that Minh Di will continue to develop and achieve even greater success.
Minh Di's contributions to U19 Vietnam's success, including Tran Thanh's historic goal in the U20 World Cup, demonstrate his importance to the team. His agility and precision in front of goal have been crucial in scoring important goals, such as the one against U19 UAE and the stunning free kick against U19 Australia. With his dedication and determination on the field, Minh Di is expected to continue developing and achieving more success in the future.

Nguyen Khac Khiem, representing PVF/U16 Vietnam, was born on September 18, 2000, in Thanh Hoa. Khiem is considered the finest product of the PVF training academy in recent years, one of the most notable names in the U16 and U17 age groups nationwide. On the road to the final of the U16 Southeast Asia Championship, Khiem was a crucial, indispensable factor for U16 Vietnam. He not only scored goals but also contributed assists, playing an essential role in Coach Dinh The Nam's tactical scheme. Confidence on the ball, dribbling skills, and excellent individual technique can create breakthroughs, both strengths and potential factors of Khiem. It can be said that Khiem is the brightest star in the U16 Vietnam squad and a promising young talent for Vietnamese football.
Khiem's performance in the U16 Vietnam team has been exceptional, playing a crucial role in their journey to the final of the U16 Southeast Asia Championship. His confidence on the ball, dribbling ability, and excellent individual technique make him a standout player in the team and a promising talent for Vietnamese football.

Nguyen Huu Thang, representing Viettel/U16 Vietnam, was born in 2000 in Thua Thien Hue. In 2012, Thang passed the final round of trials and was selected to join the Viettel youth training academy. Despite being only 11 years old, Thang was highly regarded by coach Dang Phuong Nam. AFC itself has recognized young midfielder Nguyen Huu Thang as one of the 8 promising young talents at the U16 Asia Championship finals, alongside players from Japan, Korea, and Iran. His precise ball control has contributed to the fluid and rhythmic style of play of the U16 Vietnam team. Thang stood out in Vietnam's remarkable comeback against Australia U16 and played a significant role in the crucial victory against Kyrgyzstan U16, helping U16 Vietnam advance to the quarterfinals of the U16 Asia Championship for the first time.
Thang's exceptional performances have been pivotal for U16 Vietnam, notably in their comeback against Australia U16 and their crucial victory against Kyrgyzstan U16, securing a historic quarterfinal berth in the U16 Asia Championship.

Nguyen Minh Tri, representing Thai Son Nam/Futsal Vietnam, was born on April 8, 1996, in Long An. At the age of 13, he was selected for the youth team of U13 Dong Tam Long An and continued to train and compete in the youth teams of Long An. As the youngest player on the Futsal Vietnam national team participating in the World Cup held in Colombia, the young man from Long An possesses everything a pivot needs: individual technique, shielding ability, agility in tight spaces, and especially lightning-fast finishing. Tri made history for Vietnamese Futsal by becoming the first player of the Futsal Vietnam national team to score a hat-trick at the World Cup. The talented 20-year-old demonstrated his lightning-fast agility before unleashing a left-footed shot for the first goal, his composure for the second goal, and his clever dribbling to bypass two Guatemala players before scoring the historic hat-trick.
Tri's remarkable performance at the Futsal World Cup, including his historic hat-trick, solidifies his place in Vietnamese Futsal history.

