Commentator Dang Phuong Nam: 'SLNA should replace foreign player Alagie Sosesh'

SLNA has "landed"

As the person who directly commented on the match between SLNA and TP HCM in round 6 of V.League 2020 on Bong Da TV, commentator Dang Phuong Nam said: “In fact, TP HCM is a strong opponent, they played disciplined while SLNA was a bit distracted. In terms of defensive ability, the Gustavo - Ba Sang pair did not play well. But it must also be said that in the first goal, Gustavo was unlucky in the tackle.

SLNA still lacks many elements to become a strong team. Photo: Duc Anh

Besides, SLNA's problem in the last match did not only come from the defense, the central midfielder pair Van Lam - Dinh Chau when facing very good midfielders from Ho Chi Minh City were overwhelmed and lost the midfield. This defeat helped SLNA's young players see their abilities more clearly. Avoid the lack of concentration after successful matches, make great progress because V.League is too harsh.

Peter Samuel integrates, Alagie Sosseh disappoints

Commenting on SLNA’s foreign players, commentator Phuong Nam said: “With Alagie and Sosseh, I have to say that this player is a low-quality foreign player. If possible, I think SLNA should consider a replacement. He has not had a single successful play. He cannot control the ball, cannot coordinate with his teammates and makes the team more difficult.

On the contrary, in the last 2 matches, when Peter Samuel played with Ho Tuan Tai in the striker line, Peter became more effective. Gustavo Santuss also showed more progress compared to previous seasons. The only thing is that he is still young, a bit inexperienced and in the last match he made a personal mistake which was a bit regrettable.

Foreign player Alagie Sosseh did not leave any mark. Photo: Duc Anh

SLNA's attack power still depends too much on Phan Van Duc. The central midfielder pair Van Lam - Dinh Chau have not really played the role of creating well and SLNA can only score when defending tightly and having good counter-attack opportunities. Unfortunately, SLNA's foreign players are quite weak compared to other teams.

Through the recent match, SLNA has also learned lessons, must know themselves and know their opponents, the competitive spirit must be more focused. If counting the loss to Ho Chi Minh City, SLNA will still play well, is an annoying team when having concentration, cohesion, determination and discipline even though SLNA's force is not too good".

Round 7 is very unpredictable

In the 7th round, SLNA will visit DNH Nam Dinh - the team at the bottom of the rankings and just lost to Hai Phong. Hanoi Club and Ho Chi Minh City Club will return to their home field to welcome SHB Da Nang and Saigon, respectively. Therefore, looking at the situation of the top group, commentator Phuong Nam believes that Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have a much greater advantage than SLNA.

“This year’s V.League is really exciting and unpredictable. Hanoi FC was in the most difficult situation at the beginning of the season, but they have overcome that difficult period. In fact, this year, Hanoi FC is not as strong as previous years and the race in the top group has become more complicated.

V.League 2020 rankings. Photo: VPF

The match between DNH Nam Dinh and SLNA will be difficult to predict. Although Nam Dinh lost to Hai Phong, they played well and attacked well in the last match. They were just unlucky in the finishing situation and were at a disadvantage due to the referee's decisions. The chances are 50-50 for Nam Dinh and SLNA even though the Nghe An team has some positive factors. On Thien Truong Stadium, Nam Dinh Club played very well and they may prove that the last loss was just an accident.

Also according to commentator Phuong Nam: “HCMC Club is showing impressive form, the marks of HCMC come from the adjustments in tactics and personnel in the match. They are ready to let Phi Son, Huy Toan play with Cong Phuong, using Korean player Seo Yong-duk. I believe they will win against SHB Da Nang.

The match between Hanoi and Saigon FC will also be exciting, Saigon FC has improved a lot and is the only undefeated team. The loss to SLNA has given Hanoi another lesson and they are no longer subjective and underestimate their opponents. This year will be a difficult season for the defending champion and the match B. Binh Duong has shown that. When Hanoi FC is focused and determined, they still have their own strengths", commentator Phuong Nam shared.

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