Lucao do Break: The 34-year-old watchtower leads The Cong Viettel closer to the V.League championship.
With 9 goals and a devastating performance at the age of 34, striker Lucao do Break is the key player helping The Cong Viettel maintain a streak of 4 consecutive wins, threatening CAHN FC's top spot.
Lucao do Break is proving that age is just a number in the fierce race of the V.League 2025/2026. His 60th-minute goal against goalkeeper Dinh Trieu on the evening of March 15th not only secured three crucial points for The Cong Viettel but also solidified the Brazilian striker's position as the top scorer in Coach Popov's squad.
Killer instinct and exceptional footballing intelligence at the age of 34.
Amidst the dazzling array of foreign players in this year's tournament, Lucas Vinicius Goncalves Silva – also known as Lucao do Break – shines in a quiet yet powerful way. At 34, an age when many of his colleagues are already considering retirement, the Brazilian striker remains a formidable towering figure in the army team's attack.
Lucao's impressive leap to control space, neutralize the opposing defense, and execute a skillful header in the recent match is clear evidence of his class. It wasn't simply a goal; it was the culmination of his extensive experience and sharp tactical vision honed over many years.
Remarkably, in modern football where physical strength and speed are highly valued, Lucao proves that tactical intelligence is the ultimate weapon. He doesn't need to move excessively or make blistering bursts of speed, but always knows how to be in the right place at the right time to deliver the decisive finishing blow. In particular, his aerial ability has become Lucao's trademark, turning every cross from his teammates into a clear scoring opportunity.
An irreplaceable link in Coach Popov's system.
Under the guidance of coach Popov, The Cong Viettel transformed into a cohesive and highly combative team. In this smoothly functioning system, Lucao played the most crucial role. He not only handled the final finishing touches but also acted as a decoy, drawing the attention of opposing defenders to create space for supporting players like Phan Tuan Tai or midfielders to surge forward and score.
Furthermore, Lucao's value lies in his ability to lead and inspire young players. The presence of a high-class foreign player helps the domestic players feel more confident in their attacking strategies. Whenever the team is in a deadlock, the preferred solution is always to feed the ball to the number 9 player, where opportunities are always waiting to be converted into goals.
A thirst for revenge and a fierce championship race.
To date, Lucao has bagged 9 goals, proudly holding the second position in the V.League's top scorer list. More importantly than the quantity, the quality of these goals is invaluable, directly bringing in maximum points and helping The Cong Viettel maintain their streak of 4 consecutive wins.
Looking back at last season, despite scoring 14 goals and winning the top scorer title, Lucao still had to endure the bitter feeling of his team being knocked out of the medal-winning group. That pain has now transformed into a powerful motivation, driving him back with more desire than ever. Currently, the 4-point gap with league leaders CAHN FC is not an easy problem to solve, but with Lucao's devastating form, the most dramatic scenarios are still possible.
It's clear that the race for the V.League 2025/2026 championship is entering its most intense phase. With the tenacity of the Viettel team and the killer instinct of their goalkeeper Lucao, fans can have every reason to believe in a spectacular upset in the remainder of the season.
