Coach Kim Sang Sik considers calling up a rare Vietnamese-origin midfielder?

Vietnamese-origin midfielder Khoa Ngo has drawn notice after his standout display in the V.League, fueling speculation that Coach Kim Sang Sik could potentially call him up to the U23 Vietnam squad.

Vietnamese-origin midfielder Khoa Ngo is becoming a name that receives considerable attention after his impressive performance in round 15 of the V.League 2025/2026. The young player shining in the colors of Ho Chi Minh City Police Club leads many to question: will Coach Kim Sang Sik consider summoning him to the U23 Vietnam team in the near future?

In the recent match against HAGL, Khoa Ngo was one of the most outstanding figures on the field. The midfielder born in 2006 scored the decisive goal, contributing to Ho Chi Minh City Police Club securing all three crucial points. This performance quickly impressed both experts and fans with the Vietnamese-origin player.

Khoa Ngo, whose full name is Ngo Dang Khoa, was born in Perth city (Australia). Despite having a modest height of 1.65m, the young player still attracts attention thanks to his agile playing style and technique. He can play as an attacking midfielder or a winger, standing out with speed, skillful ball handling, and flexibility in attacking situations.

In this season, Khoa Ngo decided to return to Vietnam to play for Ho Chi Minh City Police Club with the goal of seeking career development opportunities. This move is also seen as aiming towards the possibility of wearing the jersey of Vietnam's national teams in the future, if all necessary conditions are met.

According to some sources, Coach Kim Sang Sik has prepared a list for U23 Vietnam and is particularly interested in the case of this young midfielder. However, the possibility of an immediate call-up remains open, as Khoa Ngo has not yet completed the legal procedures related to citizenship.

The 2006-born player himself also does not hide his desire to play for the Vietnam national team in the future. "I still do not have Vietnamese citizenship. But I very much wish to represent Vietnam someday and play alongside other players", Khoa Ngo shared. Therefore, the story of whether Coach Kim Sang Sik will call up this Vietnamese-origin midfielder remains a topic of interest for many.