Incheon United expects Cong Phuong away at Jeonbuk Motors

With key striker Stefan Mugoša suffering a serious injury in the 0-3 loss to Daegu on April 3, Incheon United can now only rely on the talent of Cong Phuong.

Cong Phuong just played the full 90 minutes in his first match in the K.League against Daegu. Although his team lost 0-3, journalist Kim Dong-hyun of Newsis news agency (Korea) still praised the striker born in 1995. He had a very hard-working performance when contributing to the team's overall play.

Previously, Mr. Kim Dong-hyun also watched the match between Incheon and Suwon Samsung (March 31) and highly appreciated Cong Phuong's efforts. That day, the Nghe An striker entered the field from the 79th minute. Although only playing for a short time, Incheon United's number 23 still left an impression in the eyes of the Korean media.

Cong Phuong is likely to continue to start today.

After starting against Daegu, a great opportunity is opening up for Cong Phuong. Striker Mugoša unfortunately suffered a serious injury, which caused Incheon to face many difficulties. They do not have a strong attack. Therefore, Cong Phuong has now become the best striker of coach Jørn Andersen.

Journalist Kim Dong-hyun believes that the 56-year-old coach should use the Vietnamese striker more. This gamble could be his lifeline. Recent poor results have put pressure on coach Andersen. Another defeat could make things worse.

"In the context that Incheon does not have many strikers, in my opinion, Cong Phuong is now their best card. The pressure is now not only on coach Andersen, but also on Cong Phuong. However, the Vietnamese striker deserves to be given more playing opportunities," said a journalist from Newsis.

At 2pm today (April 6), Incheon United will visit Jeonbuk Motors - the giant of Korean football. For coach Andersen, he faces another mountain to conquer. Incheon needs goals, and the person most expected to do that is Cong Phuong.

Cong Phuong played very hard when he was on the field.

According to the Korean journalist, Mr. Andersen does not have many options in attack. Therefore, this coach is forced to put his trust in the Vietnamese striker. If Cong Phuong scores, the pressure will be relieved. On the contrary, the Norwegian coach will certainly have another sleepless night.

Jeonbuk Hyundai has never been an easy team. They are ranked high after 5 rounds, ranked 4th. Therefore, Incheon, or more precisely Cong Phuong, will be assigned the responsibility of finding goals to help the home team create a shock. Today, the 24-year-old striker can continue to play in the starting lineup.

"The fact that Cong Phuong started against Daegu is a big surprise. Against Jeonbuk Hyundai, coach Andersen will most likely have to use the Vietnamese striker. If Cong Phuong scores and helps the home team win, a turning point will open up for the striker born in 1995," said journalist Kim Dong-hyun.