On the flight, coach Park Hang-seo sought to make sure no stranger came into contact with the players to avoid the risk of infection.
Before entering the airport, the whole team had to put on protective suits. The Covid situation in UAE is quite worrisome, and any infection can mess up the team's plans.
Coach Park and members of the national team were vaccinated and tested in Vietnam, but had to take tests again when on arrival in Dubai. The team waited at the hotel for the test results to come the next day before going out to train.
It took a long time for the team to complete the procedures like testing and claiming the baggage.
Since they came on a special flight, the baggage was not limited. The players brought more luggage than usual since they will be quarantined for 21 days when they return to Vietnam.
Defender Ho Tan Tai, who is likely to start in the match against Indonesia on June 7 in place of Nguyen Trong Hoang, who is suspended. Vietnam will then play Malaysia on June 11 and the UAE on the 15th.
Many Vietnamese living in the UAE came to the airport to greet the team, but kept their distance to ensure safety.
