What did Coach Quang Truong and Phan Van Duc say about HAGL?

Before the away match in Pleiku, SLNA had 1 point after a 1-1 draw with Binh Dinh. Meanwhile, the home team HAGL suffered a 0-1 defeat in the previous round in the first time coach Kiatisuk took charge.

Speaking of Kiatisuk,Coach Quang Truongshared: "I have many memories with Kiatisuk when we both played together at HAGL. We learned a lot about Kiatisuk's professionalism both on and off the field. That's why he was successful in Vietnam. I will put aside my emotions to prepare best for the upcoming match. After many years, Kiatisuk has returned to V.League, but he also understands Vietnamese football very well."

Coach Ngo Quang Truong. Photo: Duc Anh

In the match against HAGL, SLNA will not have the service of captain Hoang Van Khanh.Phan Van Ducwill be one of the important pillars of the Nghe An team. The player born in 1996 set quite modest goals when visiting here.

"The match between HAGL and SLNA is always exciting. There are many Nghe An fans living nearby and will definitely come to cheer for the team. Meanwhile, with the return of Cong Phuong and coach Kiatisuk, Gia Lai fans will respond in large numbers. We will try to get a point.

Phan Van Duc aims to get 1 point against HAGL. Photo: Duc Anh

This midfielder affirmed that spirit is SLNA's strength. He said: "HAGL is a strong team with outstanding individuals. SLNA will play with determination to achieve good results. I also play with enthusiasm, like a warrior, not an artist as many people commented. However, we will also try to dedicate a beautiful match to the fans, Phan Van Duc shared.

The match between HAGL and SLNA takes place at 5:00 p.m. on January 22. This is also the earliest match of round 2 of V.League 2021.

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