This was the decision made at the technical meeting that took place earlier this afternoon (October 9). In addition to applying VAR technology, the match organizers also created conditions for the two teams to test personnel, when each side has the right to replace up to 6 players, in 3 substitutions (excluding substitutions). during the break). In addition, other activities related to the match comply with FIFA rules.
As the host, the Chinese team chose an all-red uniform. This means that the Vietnamese team will play in white shirts – white pants – white socks.
This is a “Tier 1” international friendly match, so the results will be scored on the FIFA rankings. Currently, the Chinese team is ranked 80th in the world, while the Vietnamese team is ranked 95th. Because the ranking is lower than the opponent, according to FIFA’s scoring formula, the Vietnamese team will be awarded more points. 5.52 points if win.
The match between the Chinese team and the Vietnamese team will take place at 6:35 p.m. on October 10 (Vietnam time) at Dalian Sports Center Stadium, China. In Vietnam, the match will be broadcast live on channels: VTV5, FPT Play, YouTube channel VFF Channel and platforms AVG, SCTV, MyTV, K+, Viettel.
In the history of confrontations at the team level since 1997, the Chinese team has won 7 times, out of 8 total encounters with the Vietnamese team. The only loss of the Chinese team (with a score of 1-3), is also the most recent competition between the two teams, which took place at My Dinh National Stadium on February 1, 2022 (exactly on the 1st day). Lunar New Year) within the framework of the third qualifying round of the 2022 World Cup in Asia.
Previously, the Vietnamese team was present in Dalian City (China) yesterday afternoon (October 8). Coach Troussier and 28 players on the list had a practice session the same evening. Today (October 9), the Vietnamese team was arranged to practice getting used to the official stadium, before entering the match with the host.