In a history-making fixture, the Ford Football Ferns are set to take on Vietnam in their last public game before the Women's World Cup kicks off. The Ferns have never played Vietnam before, and with the match being held in Napier, they are playing in a new location as well. This game will provide an opportunity for head coach Jitka Klimkova to test her strongest starting XI before the Ferns' World Cup opener against Norway.

One key player to watch out for is newly named co-captain Ria Percival, who is expected to make her first appearance for the Ferns in over a year after recovering from a serious knee injury. The midfield is also a point of interest, as Klimkova has several options to choose from, including Annalie Longo and Betsy Hassett. Up front, the Ferns have a wealth of talent to choose from, including Liv Chance, Grace Jale, and Hannah Wilkinson.

Vietnam, on the other hand, is facing a tough challenge in their World Cup debut. They have been drawn into a group with reigning champions the United States, runners-up the Netherlands, and an up-and-coming Portugal team. However, Vietnam has shown spirit and organization in their preparations, and manager Mai Duc Chung has set them up to fight hard against the big teams. They recently played admirably in a 2-1 loss to Germany and have established themselves as the best team in Southeast Asia.

Both teams will be looking to gain confidence and momentum ahead of the World Cup. Will the Ford Football Ferns be able to put on a good performance and show that they are ready for the challenge? And can Vietnam continue to defy expectations and make an impact in their debut tournament? Only time will tell.