Thousands of people braved the cold rain to welcome football player Cong Phuong back to his hometown.
(Baonghean.vn) - On the morning of January 31, at the People's Committee of My Son commune, the People's Committee of Do Luong district held a ceremony to congratulate Cong Phuong and the U23 team on their victorious return. Attending the ceremony were leaders of Do Luong district and thousands of people inside and outside the district.
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| Thousands of people joined the parade to celebrate the victory of the Vietnam U23 team and player Cong Phuong. Photo: Thuy Hang |
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| Football player Cong Phuong's mother in the joyful arms of neighbors. Photo: Huy Thu |
Despite the cold and drizzly weather, from early morning, thousands of people in Do Luong district poured into the streets, patiently waiting to welcome player Cong Phuong. At around 9:30 am, Cong Phuong was picked up and paraded around the Do Luong Uprising Monument. People gathered in groups, shouting the player's name and the U23 Vietnam team's name as they walked.
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| A large number of people were present at the My Son commune headquarters to welcome the son of their homeland. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Leaders of Do Luong district and player Cong Phuong in the program this morning. Photo: Nguyen Phe |
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Truong Hong Phuc - Secretary of Do Luong District Party Committee, on behalf of the district leaders, congratulated Cong Phuong and the Vietnam U23 team on their achievements at the U23 Asian Cup, creating an unprecedented miracle in the history of national football.
Recognizing and praising the contribution of Do Luong's son in this common victory, at the ceremony, Do Luong District People's Committee awarded a certificate of merit and a reward of 10 million VND to player Cong Phuong.
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| Do Luong District People's Committee presents gifts to player Cong Phuong. Photo: Huy Thu |
Touched by the attention of the leaders and people of Do Luong district, Cong Phuong expressed his thanks to his parents, teachers, and fans who have guided, helped, and supported him over the past time.
At the ceremony, Cong Phuong gave a gift to the People's Committee of Do Luong district and signed the ball given to Do Luong district by Song Lam Nghe An Club as a souvenir.
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| Cong Phuong signs the souvenir ball. Photo: Huy Thu |
The ceremony ended in an emotional and joyful atmosphere of all the people welcoming the son of Do Luong on the day of victory back home.
