Hai Phong has recruited Vietnamese-born midfielder Camilo Vasconcelos and immediately given him the number 10 jersey.
Midfielder Camilo Vasconcelos, born in 2005, has officially joined Hai Phong after a trial period and is ready to make his debut in the crucial match against Hanoi FC in the V-League.
Hai Phong FC has officially completed the registration process for their new overseas Vietnamese signing, Camilo Vasconcelos, just before their crucial match against Hanoi FC. The midfielder, born in 2005, successfully passed a rigorous trial period under the professional evaluation of coach Chu Dinh Nghiem, earning his place on the squad for the remainder of the 2025/2026 season.
The journey from Canadian school soccer to Lach Tray Stadium.
Camilo Vasconcelos was born in Vietnam to a Canadian father of Portuguese descent and a Vietnamese mother. He rose through the ranks of school soccer in Canada, where his talent was evident early on, earning him the title of Most Valuable Player at St. Benedict CSS High School in 2023.
His professional career began with notable achievements in League 1 Ontario with Guelph United, where he won the U21 Player of the Year award. Vasconcelos then played for York United and HFX Wanderers in the Canadian Premier League (CPL), gaining experience through 13 professional appearances before deciding to return to Vietnam to seek opportunities.
Technical analysis: The versatility of a modern number 10.
Despite his modest height of 1.73m, Vasconcelos compensates with his versatility and skillful individual technique. The 21-year-old can play well on both wings, as an attacking midfielder, or even as a false nine. In particular, his speed and ability to handle the ball in tight spaces are major advantages in the eyes of the Hai Phong coaching staff.
Furthermore, Vasconcelos' creative passing game is expected to bring a breakthrough to coach Chu Đình Nghiêm's attack. However, experts believe that this newcomer still needs to improve his decision-making ability in crucial situations to perfectly adapt to the physically demanding environment of the V-League.
Expectations for a fresh start in Hai Phong's attack.
Giving Vasconcelos the number 10 jersey demonstrates the great trust and expectations Hai Phong has for this overseas Vietnamese midfielder. This is a strategic move in changing the team's personnel policy after the early part of the season without using overseas Vietnamese players. This addition is expected to increase creativity, especially in the context of Hai Phong needing new players to improve their performance in the league standings.
The upcoming match against Hanoi FC will be Camilo Vasconcelos' first test and also an opportunity to prove his worth. If he integrates quickly, he will not only be an effective attacking option but also open up a trend of attracting more quality Vietnamese expatriate talents to contribute to Hai Phong football in the future.
