Commentator Quang Huy: 'The V-League as a Crucible for Testing Strength'

17/10/2025 06:53:00 SportScoop

Commentator Vu Quang Huy believes that the return of the V-League will bring a lively picture for Vietnamese football fans. The tournament is expected to provide an ideal platform for the Vietnam national team, which has many important missions ahead.

Regarding the 7th round, commentator Vu Quang Huy said: "The 2025/26 V-League is gradually shaping into an exciting competition at both ends of the standings after six rounds. Ninh Binh, the league newcomer, continues to lead. However, warnings have been issued as they lost points in two consecutive recent matches.

The defending champion Nam Dinh started poorly and is currently mid-table. It will be a tough season for the Nam Dinh team after winning the title two years running. Balancing everything while competing in multiple tournaments is not easy.

The recent long break has seen coaching changes at many clubs. Legend Harry Kewell took over as head coach at Hanoi FC, coach Van Sy Son returned home to revive SLNA, and at Becamex TP.HCM, coach Nguyen Anh Duc stepped down to allow Dang Tran Chinh to take over.

These dizzying coaching changes at clubs indicate that performance pressure is very heavy for both the teams and the new coaches.

After two consecutive draws and a pause, Ninh Binh faces a major challenge against Hanoi FC. The away game at Hang Day Stadium in round 7 promises to be a harsh test for coach Gerard Albadalejo’s team. This is not only a clash between a long-established power and an ambitious newcomer but also an important test of the leader’s strength.

The match against Ninh Binh is also the official debut of coach Harry Kewell, and surely Hanoi FC players will compete with the highest determination to impress their new head coach. This match is truly a "fire test" for Ninh Binh."

If Quang Hai returns in time, SLNA (right) will be very hard to stop CAHN’s current progress. Photo: Hoang Linh

Commentator Vu Quang Huy notes that besides the headline match between Hanoi FC and Ninh Binh, the rest of round 7 also promises to be equally exciting as the chasing group all take the field with strong determination: "The chasing teams including CAHN, CATP.HCM, and The Cong Viettel all have matches expected to make this round fiery.

At Vinh Stadium, SLNA will host CAHN. With stable form and a strong attack, CAHN is rated higher, but SLNA always plays very tough at home.

Coach Van Sy Son might face many difficulties in his first match leading his hometown team. Nam Dinh urgently needs 3 points to improve their 8th place. Meanwhile, Becamex TP.HCM is near the bottom and needs at least a draw to avoid crisis. Possibly, the Nam Dinh team will end their disappointing streak playing at home.

PVF-CAND will face Thanh Hoa. This is an excellent opportunity for coach Thach Bao Khanh’s team to win as their opponent is last with only 3 points after 6 matches. Thanh Hoa must play more securely if they do not want to sink deeper into crisis.

HAGL is expected to struggle playing at Lach Tray Stadium against Hai Phong. Hai Phong needs 3 points to move up the standings, while HAGL is eager for a win to escape the relegation battle. It won’t be easy for HAGL since Hai Phong always plays energetically at Lach Tray.

CATP.HCM had an impressive start to the season. This round, coach Le Huynh Duc’s team will host Hong Linh Ha Tinh. This season, Hong Linh Ha Tinh hasn’t been spectacular but has gathered 8 points after 6 rounds, securing a place in the upper half of the table.

This matchup promises to be exciting as both teams pursue modern attacking football. The Cong Viettel has a chance to stay in the top group when facing SHB Da Nang.

Certainly, coach Velizar Popov’s team aims to secure all 3 points to keep close in the title race, while Da Nang needs points to escape the dangerous 11th place."

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