Vietnamese overseas striker's value skyrockets in just one year

Vietnamese football is experiencing a powerful emergence of players from the Vietnamese diaspora, with 19-year-old Perth Glory (Australia) midfielder Khoa Ngô standing out significantly in recent times.

Born in 2006 in Australia to Vietnamese parents, Khoa Ngô showed early talent with the ball. Joining Perth Glory’s youth academy, the Vietnamese-Australian player gradually matured and made his first-team debut in the 2023/24 season.

In the 2024/25 season, Khoa Ngô became a regular choice for the coach, featuring in 14 matches and playing 486 minutes in the A-League, Australia’s top-tier competition. Although Perth Glory is near the bottom of the standings, the absence of relegation allowed young players like Khoa Ngô to gain experience and develop without excessive pressure on results.

With skillful technique, agility in tight spaces, and good speed, the 1.65m forward is steadily proving his worth as a winger. He can also play as an attacking midfielder, fitting the modern, flexible style of play.

Thanks to his impressive form, within just one year, his market value on the reputable Transfermarkt site tripled, rising from 50,000 Euros (August 2024) to 150,000 Euros in the latest valuation, demonstrating the remarkable progress of this young talent.

The highlight of 2025 for Khoa Ngô was being given the chance to play in a friendly match against AC Milan, one of Europe’s most prestigious clubs. This game was part of Milan’s summer tour in Australia, where Perth Glory faced off against top Serie A stars.

Although the Australian team suffered a heavy defeat against the superior opponent, Khoa Ngô personally received high praise from experts and fans for his confidence and passionate performance. This valuable experience helps the 19-year-old continue improving on his path to becoming a genuine star.

Observers believe that if he maintains his development trajectory, Khoa Ngô could attract interest from European clubs or even become a promising candidate for Vietnam’s national teams in the future.

Khoa Ngô’s rapid rise is a positive sign for Vietnamese football, as more young talents of Vietnamese descent establish their names internationally. With his progressive mindset, professionalism, and growing resilience, he is expected to become a new inspiration for the Vietnamese overseas player generation dreaming of conquering the global football stage.