Hoang Duc completed Vietnam's full training session at Jakarta's Madya ground on October 1 ahead of the Pakistan match. VnExpress observed the captain looking comfortable following a period of injury treatment.

Goalkeeper Patrik Le Giang also returned to training after a day off with an elbow problem. Kim Sang Sik still needs to assess him before choosing between him and Tran Trung Kien. Participation marks progress in preparations but does not itself confirm either player's medical clearance or starting selection.