Hoang Hen reveals Coach Kim Sang Sik's advice when joining the Vietnam national team

On March 21 afternoon, Hoang Hen shared noteworthy comments before his first training session with the Vietnam national team.

On March 21 afternoon, the Vietnam national team officially began its first training session within the gathering period preparing for the March FIFA Days.

Speaking before the training session, naturalized midfielder Do Hoang Hen — the player receiving the most attention — shared: "Hen is very happy to know he is on the Vietnam national team list; he has waited too long. Hen loves Vietnam very much, and now when he has the chance to compete, he feels very proud, though there is some pressure," the Hanoi FC player stated.

Speaking about the upcoming partnership with Xuan Son, Hoang Hen said: "We understand each other; Hen knows Son, both have played together for a long time. Now each is at a different club, but once on the national team, we will strive together. Hen has talked with Xuan Son. Hen and Son will work hard together."

Further sharing about the moment he was named to the Vietnam national team list, Hoang Hen said he immediately informed his mother and wife of this good news: "Hen notified his mother and wife when he learned he was called up to the Vietnam national team. Hen's mother was very happy knowing he had worked hard. Hen's family is very happy. Hen is also learning to sing the Vietnamese national anthem."

Regarding the goal for the upcoming two matches, the 1994-born player affirmed: "Hen and the whole team will strive to win against Bangladesh, thereby preparing well for the match against the Malaysia national team."

"Coach Kim Sang Sik said he was very happy and encouraged Hen to try his best to find opportunities. Hen often asks Duy Manh, Hai Long... about the national team and feels very comfortable," he shared.