The team are currently training in Cheonan, Republic of Korea, where they are scheduled to play three friendlies to assess their readiness against strong opposition.
Hà Nội’s focus is now on refining technique, improving fitness and sharpening tactical awareness ahead of the National Games, particularly in kumite, where speed, reflexes and decision-making are crucial.
The two-day event is taking place at Vincom Ice Rink in Royal City, Thanh Xuân District, with competitors from HCM City, Khánh Hòa, Quảng Ninh, Thái Nguyên, Hải Phòng and Hà Nội.
The hosts finished top of the group with a perfect nine points from three matches, scoring 28 goals without conceding under Japanese coach Okiyama Masahiko.
Vietnamese players set a record by beating Northern Mariana Islands 20-0 in a Group D match of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers on October 8 in HCM City.
For Hồng Lĩnh Hà Tĩnh, the trip to face the military team will be a tough challenge, with the hosts showing an effective style based on physical battles and quick transitions.
The event also provided an opportunity to promote traditional Vietnamese martial arts and introduce Vietnamese culture and people to international audiences through sport.
Speaking to reporters at the post-match conference, Kim apologised to Vietnamese supporters and said he was responsible for the defeat in which players tried their best, but his tactics didn''t work as he expected.
Vietnamese athletes won 20 gold, nine silver and one bronze medal to finish first overall. Malaysia placed second with six gold, 17 silver and three bronze, followed by Singapore with three gold, one silver and six bronze.
Việt Nam''s head coach Hoàng Văn Phúc said the team would focus on recovery before analysing China and preparing a suitable tactical plan for the quarter-final at 1pm on September 25 (Hà Nội time).