Quang Hải has not yet reached his best physical form, which explains his absence when Hanoi Police FC beat Tai Po (Hong Kong, China) at Hang Day Stadium on the evening of October 2nd.
Quang Hải has not been in peak physical condition, which is why he missed the match where Hanoi Police FC overcame Tai Po (Hong Kong, China) at Hang Day Stadium on October 2nd night.
At the post-match press conference, Hanoi Police FC’s coach Alexandre Polking said: "Quang Hải is still dealing with an injury from the previous match. I told him that unless it’s absolutely necessary, once the game result was secure, he should rest and let other players take the field. Quang Hải will have time to preserve his fitness for the national team. As you know, Vietnam has two crucial upcoming matches against Nepal, and Quang Hải is a very important player for the team."
Quang Hải is resting to prepare for Vietnam’s matches against Nepal in both the first and second legs.
In the second round of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26, Hanoi Police FC defeated Tai Po 3-0, moving up to lead Group E. Rogerio Alves scored twice in the first half, and Phan Văn Đức netted a goal late in the game, helping the capital’s team secure an easy victory against the Hong Kong representative.
Coach Polking remarked: "Tai Po started the game quite well, creating two notable chances early on, but we were fortunate not to concede. After that, we took control of the match. I’m very satisfied with the result, the team’s performance, and their spirit of unity.
I’m also very impressed with China’s performance. Like the coach of Nam Dinh Steel, I often face challenges in selecting players due to competing in three tournaments. On the international stage, I consistently motivate the players, and they all maintain good fitness. China trains very diligently, and this success is a well-earned reward for him."
Meanwhile, midfielder Leo Artur said: "I’m not disappointed about not scoring in this match; the most important thing is the team’s result and overall performance. I continue to score in the V-League, so there’s no reason to be upset. The collective achievement remains the priority."
In the upcoming AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 fixture, Hanoi Police FC will host Australian side Macarthur at Hang Day Stadium at 7:15 PM on October 23rd.