Cong Phuong returns to Dong Nai, ready to play Ha Tinh
Cong Phuong returns to training, ready to play in the 2025/2026 National Cup against Ha Tinh at 6:00 p.m. on November 22, ending a series of 7 matches absent due to injury.
Nguyen Cong Phuong has returned to normal training with Truong Tuoi Dong Nai and is likely to return in the 2025/2026 National Cup match against Ha Tinh at 6:00 p.m. on November 22. This is an important step after the FIFA Days of the Vietnam National Team (match against Laos), ending a period of 7 matches absent due to injury.
Physical condition and return roadmap
According to information from the team, Cong Phuong is trying his best to return immediately after the national team training session. In recent days, he has been practicing hard with the whole team, showing positive signs in terms of physical condition and competitive rhythm.
Previously, Dong Nai Tuoi School created conditions for Cong Phuong to go to Singapore for a thorough injury examination, aiming to return in November. The fact that this striker has integrated into the team's training plan is the basis for expecting him to be present at the end of November.
Role at Dong Nai Tuoi School
Cong Phuong is expected to continue to shine in the National First Division this year, helping Truong Tuoi Dong Nai realize the goal of being promoted to V-League after 2 missed appointments. However, an injury that has lasted since the beginning of the season has caused him to miss the last 7 matches, significantly affecting the team's attacking firepower.
Not only is he the main striker, Cong Phuong is also considered the soul of Dong Nai's attacking style of play. His absence is part of the reason why the attack has not exploded as expected. The last time Cong Phuong played in an official match for Dong Nai was in June, in the play-off match for promotion last season.
Schedule and expectations for the 2025/2026 National Cup
The match against Ha Tinh in the 2025/2026 National Cup taking place at 6:00 p.m. on November 22 is the awaited milestone for Cong Phuong's return. After a year of returning to Vietnam to compete, fans expect to see him wear the familiar number 10 shirt again. In the 2024/2025 season, when he first joined Truong Tuoi Dong Nai, Cong Phuong wore the number 70 shirt and scored 7 goals in the First Division.
Notable statistics
- 7 recent matches not played due to injury.
- Last official appearance for Dong Nai: June (last season's promotion play-off).
- Score 7 goals in the First Division 2024/2025 season in Truong Tuoi Dong Nai shirt.
- The team aims for promotion after two missed appointments.
- National Cup 2025/2026 match against Ha Tinh: 18:00 on November 22.
On the sidelines
The image of Cong Phuong with his friendly act of 'giving coconuts' is spreading strongly on social networks, creating a positive effect on fans before his return.
