Dang Van Lam is currently the number one choice in goal for the Vietnamese national team.
Que Ngoc Hai looks set to continue his role as captain of the national team.
Bui Tien Dung of Viettel FC could be in line to replace Dinh Trong in defence due to a recent number of injuries.
Right-centre back Duy Manh has been a regular for Vietnam in recent years.
Young talent Doan Van Hau could play at left-centre back.
Midfielder Do Hung Dung combines strength with technique and is essential in central midfield for the Thailand clash.
The team’s star Nguyen Quang Hai is expected to play in central midfield for the upcoming match. He has previously played for Vietnam’s U22s and U23s which both enjoyed victories over Thailand.
Head coach Park Hang-seo could select Trong Hoang on the right wing, but has other options such as Van Thanh and Van Kien.
Van Toan is in favour and could start as a right forward.
Cong Phuong has recently left Incheon United FC and the King's Cup 2019 is expected to give the Nghe An-born footballer good preparation before going on trial in France. He will play the match as a left forward.
Mr. Park has recalled powerful striker Anh Duc for the tournament and is expected to start the 35 year old as a central striker.
Here is Vietnam’s strongest possible line-up against Thailand in the King's Cup 2019 opener: