During the friendly on October 11 afternoon, Hà Nội club under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Harry Kewell secured a 6-1 victory against CAHN club.
On the afternoon of October 11, the friendly between Hà Nội FC and Hà Nội Police Club (CAHN) ended with an impressive 6-1 win for the capital’s team. This marked an ideal debut for new coach Harry Kewell, who had officially taken charge only two days earlier.
In this match, both teams were missing several key players due to national team and U23 Vietnam commitments. Nevertheless, Hà Nội FC maintained an experienced core with familiar names like Văn Quyết, Hùng Dũng, Đậu Văn Toàn, and Đỗ Hoàng Hên. Meanwhile, CAHN fielded a lineup consisting of foreign players, substitutes, and some players just returning from injury.
On the other side, Vietnamese-Australian midfielder Brandon Ly was also given playing time. Since returning to Vietnam, this England-born player has only played 5 minutes in the V-League, making this friendly a valuable chance for him to showcase his skills.
Another highlight of the match was the return of defender Đoàn Văn Hậu. After nearly two years of injury treatment and recovery, the Thái Bình native finally made his comeback for CAHN. Although he played only briefly, his presence was a very positive sign for the team and fans.
The match was divided into three periods, with Hà Nội FC displaying superior coordination and efficiency. The capital team controlled the game, continuously pressing and easily building a large lead. The 6-1 victory brought joy to supporters and served as an early statement from coach Harry Kewell about the attacking style he aims to implement for his new team.