Thailand's defense 'crumbles' ahead of the major clash with U23 Vietnam.

U23 Thailand faces a serious personnel shortage, losing two defensive pillars prior to the important encounter with U23 Vietnam.

U23 Thailand is grappling with a significant personnel challenge ahead of their meeting with U23 Vietnam in the CFA Team China 2026 international friendly tournament. Continuous losses in the defensive line have left the Golden Temple team facing considerable difficulties in preparing for this crucial match.

According to the match schedule, U23 Thailand will face U23 Vietnam at 14:00 on March 28.This is the second-round match of the tournament. This encounter is considered noteworthy as both teams are currently testing their squads and refining their formations in pursuit of major future objectives.

However, just before the match, U23 Thailand received unfortunate news regarding personnel. Center-back Wichan Inaram sustained an injury after a collision in the match against U23 China and is confirmed to be sidelined for four to seven days. This means he will definitely be unable to participate in the encounter with U23 Vietnam.

Not stopping there, the defense of U23 Thailand continues to be weakened as wing defender Oussama Thiangkham is also suspended. This player received a red card in the previous match and is forced to miss the game due to disciplinary action. The simultaneous loss of two key figures significantly impacts this team's defensive system.

These personnel shortages are expected to directly affect U23 Thailand's playing style. The team may need to adjust personnel or change tactics to fill the gaps in defense, especially since their opponent, U23 Vietnam, consistently demonstrates a disciplined and energetic style that poses challenges.

Despite facing disadvantages, U23 Thailand is still considered slightly superior in experience, possessing many players aged 22-23. Meanwhile, U23 Vietnam brings a younger squad to the tournament, with the core consisting of U21 players. The upcoming match is therefore not only a professional test but also an opportunity to gauge the resilience of both teams under different circumstances.