Hoang Van Khanh returns, Song Lam Nghe An hopes to score points at Lach Tray Stadium

This is good news for Nghe An fans in the context that the team is facing many difficulties in terms of personnel.

After losing 0-1 to The Cong Viettel,Lam River Nghe Ancontinues to be caught up in a tense relegation race. Currently, the team is ranked 12th on the table with 19 points, only 3 points more than Binh Dinh - the second-to-last team but has played one more match. There are still 6 rounds left in the season, so everything is still very fragile.

The upcoming away match at Lach Tray Stadium of Hai Phong is considered a very important match. But right now, Song Lam Nghe An is missing a series of key players. Defender Vuong Van Huy is injured and will have to rest for at least two weeks. Le Van Thanh has an arm injury. Center back Hoang Van Khanh has just recovered from an injury. In addition, young player Le Nguyen Hoang is also suffering from muscle pain and will not be able to return in time.

Coach Phan Nhu Thuat currently has only 4 players who can play, including central defenders: Zaracho, Ho Khac Luong, Hoang Van Khanh and Tran Nam Hai. However, Zaracho has just returned from injury, Khac Luong has been out of action since the end of last year, his form is a big question mark. Only Tran Nam Hai is maintaining a stable form. On the left wing, young player Nguyen Mai Hoang will likely be used. Although physically fit, Mai Hoang still lacks experience and sometimes lacks confidence.

Therefore, the return of Hoang Van Khanh at this time is very valuable. If he is fit enough to play, he will be a reliable stopper in the defense. Since returning to Song Lam Nghe An at the end of the first leg of V-League 2024/25, Khanh has played 8 matches and helped the team have 2 wins and 4 draws. The central defender born in 1995 has made great contributions to helping Song Lam Nghe An achieve positive results in the relegation journey. With his experience, he is expected to help Song Lam Nghe An's defense become more solid.

To deal with a strong Hai Phong playing at home, coach Phan Nhu Thuat may have to adjust his tactics. Song Lam Nghe An will try to control the ball better, avoiding dangerous ball losses. Midfielders like Khac Ngoc and Quang Vinh will play the role of keeping the rhythm and supporting the defense. Besides, Song Lam Nghe An also needs to press strongly from the beginning of the match to make it difficult for the opponent.

Despite many difficulties, fighting spirit is what Song Lam Nghe An fans always believe in their hometown team. With the return of Hoang Van Khanh, Song Lam Nghe An can absolutely hope to get points in Lach Tray.