Công Phượng is about to return to the field

Coach Việt Thắng stated that Công Phượng will be back with Trường Tươi Đồng Nai after one week.

After the narrow 1-0 victory against Văn Hiến University, coach Việt Thắng shared good news about striker Nguyễn Công Phượng. Following a period of rest due to injury, Công Phượng is expected to return in one week:

"According to medical staff information, Công Phượng will be able to train with the team after one more week. The club aims for promotion and championship, which requires scoring goals. Naturally, I am eagerly awaiting the return of our key forwards to strengthen our attack," the Trường Tươi Đồng Nai strategist added.

Công Phượng suffered an injury and missed Đồng Nai’s first two matches of the new season. However, he has consistently been present in the stands to support his teammates. His potential return next week is extremely positive news for the "Green Warriors".

Regarding his players’ performance against Văn Hiến University, coach Nguyễn Việt Thắng commented: "I appreciate the fighting spirit of the players. At the start of the match, heavy rain prevented the ball from rolling, ruining our week-long plan. We were missing three forwards: Hồ Thanh Minh, Công Phượng, and Sandro. Sandro had dengue fever and rested for 5-6 days, only returning to training yesterday. When he came on, he tried his best. We won through determination but couldn’t execute our game plan well due to the heavy rain."

On the other side, coach Nguyễn Đình Hưng said: "First, on behalf of the team, I congratulate Trường Tươi Đồng Nai. We are happy that both teams played evenly. Your team capitalized better on opportunities. But I am very proud of my players."