On an emotional evening at Hàng Đẫy, Ninh Bình showed many that they are not only skilled but also lucky enough to put Hà Nội FC in a tough spot. The loss marked not only a disappointing debut for Coach Harry Kewell but also exposed the harsh reality of the V-League, where Hà Nội FC cannot easily relive its glory days.
Expected to bring a fresh perspective after a short period with the club, Coach Harry Kewell and the "naturalized newcomer" Đỗ Hoàng Hên (Hendrio Silva) had an unremarkable debut.