Coach Van Sy Son: "My greatest joy lies not only in victory but also in the fighting spirit of my students"
After many matches of waiting, coach Van Sy Son finally enjoyed the joy of his first victory with Song Lam Nghe An when the Nghe team defeated Becamex TP. Ho Chi Minh with a score of 2-1 in round 11 of V.League 2025/26 at Vinh Stadium.
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Facing an opponent in good form, Song Lam Nghe An entered the game proactively and played bravely. After many missed opportunities, the home team opened the score in the 28th minute when Olaha delicately created a pass for Moore to coolly finish past goalkeeper Van Cong. However, before the end of the first half, Becamex TP. Ho Chi Minh managed to equalize 1-1 after a daring move by Tung Quoc.
In the second half, Song Lam Nghe An continued to maintain a strong attacking style. In the 70th minute, Olaha continued to make his mark with a favorable pass that helped Moore complete his double, sealing a 2-1 victory for the Nghe team. Although Becamex TP. Ho Chi Minh rose up in the final minutes, Song Lam Nghe An's defense remained firm, preserving the valuable victory.
These are the first 3 points that Song Lam Nghe An have earned since coach Van Sy Son took over. The victory not only helped the Nghe An team end their winless streak but also brought confidence and belief for the journey ahead in the relegation race.
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Speaking after the match, Coach Van Sy Son could not hide his emotions. He shared: “My greatest joy lies not only in the victory but also in the fighting spirit of my students. The players entered the field with enthusiasm, discipline and great desire. Although there were still mistakes, that spirit is exactly what I want to see in Song Lam Nghe An.”
The 53-year-old coach added: "This victory will be a big boost to help the players gain more confidence, even though the road ahead is still long and fierce."
At the same time, Mr. Son revealed: "I will discuss with the club's leadership about the need to add more personnel in a few positions to better prepare for the return leg, when the competition schedule is increasingly dense."
The biggest contributor to Song Lam Nghe An’s victory was striker Dale Moore with a double. Coach Van Sy Son praised his student: “Moore is a striker with good scoring instinct, a real “killer”. Although his physical condition has not reached its peak, this player knows how to shine at the right time to bring complete joy to Nghe An fans”.
Besides the joy of victory, Coach Van Sy Son also frankly acknowledged the difficulties that the team is facing when having to compete without many key players such as Le Nguyen Hoang, Ngo Van Luong, Justin Garcia or Tran Nam Hai. Having to rearrange the squad caused Song Lam Nghe An to face many challenges, but the whole team showed a resilient fighting spirit to achieve worthy results.
Despite the victory, Coach Van Sy Son still said: “Song Lam Nghe An needs to improve their ability to maintain concentration in the final minutes, which has caused Song Lam Nghe An to lose points in previous rounds. Song Lam Nghe An needs a “real leader” on the field. A player who can command, connect and keep the rhythm for the whole team in both difficult times and when they have the advantage.”
The 2-1 victory over Becamex TP. Ho Chi Minh not only helped Song Lam Nghe An temporarily escape the danger zone but also opened up hope for a brighter period. With a brave fighting spirit and returning confidence, coach Van Sy Son and his team can completely aim for a more stable journey in the rest of the season.
