Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik is expected to make sweeping lineup changes for the November 17 clash with Kyrgyzstan. He wants to give US‑born defender Luong Chi Khai a chance to prove himself at the Casper Cup 2026.

Vietnam’s 2‑0 victory over Chinese Taipei on November 11 gave several young players a chance to play. After that win, four players left for club duties, so more changes are needed for the next game.

Kim wants to experiment with his squad, assess each player’s ability and explore the full depth of his team before future international commitments. If there are no fitness concerns, most of the nine unused players should get playing time against Kyrgyzstan.

Luong Chi Khai was born in the United States in 1999, played for Hanoi FC and now plays for The Cong Viettel. He could make his national‑team debut against Kyrgyzstan if the coach selects him.

The coach aims to evaluate emerging players and give them chances to strengthen their prospects for future national‑team training camps. This shows how a tournament can be used to shape the future squad.