Cong Vinh hopes not to be hated when returning to Vinh Stadium

The Acting President of Ho Chi Minh City Club shared before his team faced Song Lam Nghe An in round 12 of V-League 2017.

Ho Chi Minh City has only scored 13 goals in 11 matches. Of these, 3 came from Long An standing still to let Cong Vinh's team score the ball in the net, to protest the referee's decision to blow the penalty.

Ho Chi Minh City is a rookie but is playing well in the V-League. Photo: Duc Dong

Facing Song Lam Nghe An today, Ho Chi Minh City only has one foreign player, midfielder Victor. Cong Vinh has just terminated the contract with striker Dyachenko due to his low scoring efficiency (scoring four goals, including two penalty kicks). Dyachenko also received a direct red card and was suspended for two matches for his cold-blooded behavior in the match with Binh Duong players last weekend.

"We are at a disadvantage in terms of foreign players, while Song Lam Nghe An has a team of young, even players. They also have home field advantage. This team is very formidable," Cong Vinh toldVnExpress."I just want a point to leave."

At Vinh Stadium, Song Lam Nghe An is in good form. In the last three matches, they defeated Da Nang (2-1), HAGL (2-0) and drew with Binh Duong (1-1).

Song Lam Nghe An is where Cong Vinh grew up. During his career, he has returned to face his hometown team many times, but as a player. This afternoon's match is the first time the former Vietnam national team player has played as a team leader, facing the club he trained with since childhood.

"Vinh Stadium is where I grew up. However, my feelings right now are nothing special. As a professional, facing my old team is normal. I have not been to Vinh Stadium yet, I will be there when the match takes place. I believe the fans here do not hate me," Cong Vinh added.

Ho Chi Minh City has 14 points after 11 matches, ranking ninth in V-League 2017. Song Lam Nghe An is two places lower, but only loses by one point.

Schedule of round 12 V-League 2017.

According to VNE