Towards the AFC Champions League, Viettel FC applies digital technology to practice

To prepare for the upcoming AFC Champions League journey as well as the second phase of the V-League 2021, Viettel FC players have been equipped with the latest OhCoach EPTS training equipment.
In order to improve the quality of practice and competition, Viettel FC has cooperated with Korean sports brand Fitogether to add the latest OhCoach EPTS training support system to the army team.

EPTS – Electric Performance & Tracking System is a system for monitoring player performance through electronic devices issued by the FIFA Quality Program. This system was born for the purpose of developing fitness and improving player performance through technology platforms. Viettel FC will use a technology training suit with OhCoach devices attached to GPS signals. Viettel FC will use a technology training suit with OhCoach devices attached to GPS signals. This transmitter-mounted shirt will record the player’s training parameters such as distance traveled, speed, number of sprints, or heat maps. These parameters will be transferred to the computer system and visualized, so that the coaching staff can manage fitness, evaluate performance and analyze effective tactics. Mr. Hans-Jürgen Gede – Technical Director of Viettel Sports Center said: “The use of this chip-based jersey is a common development trend of clubs and big teams in the region as well as around the world. World. Viettel players will be tracked in detail based on the data. Data-driven assessment and the application of technology to practice and competition will bring watershed changes to football.” This device is considered to be of great help in preventing injuries and improving player fitness. This device is considered to be of great help in preventing injuries and improving player fitness. This is also the team leader’s efforts in the digital transformation process, when ready to accept new technologies to help elevate the team. The collected data will not only help the players in a match or a season, but it will be saved for research and to make tactical and training options in the future. .