Nguyen Hoang Duc led the way in creating, Ninh Binh won 4-3
Hoang Duc scored an important goal in the 4-3 win in round 11, raising his total to 5 goals and 6 assists after 11 matches; leading the V-League in assists, contributing to 42% of Ninh Binh's goals.
In the dramatic seven-goal match in round 11 of V-League 2025-2026, Nguyen Hoang Duc scored an important goal to help Ninh Binh beat Ho Chi Minh City Police 4-3. That goal not only kept the rookie unbeaten, but also marked a personal record-breaking milestone for the number of goals scored in a season.
Key moment: 4-3 and personal milestone
The 4-3 victory over Ho Chi Minh City Police ended with the mark of the player born in 1998. Hoang Duc's goal came at a time when Ninh Binh needed a leader, and it was immediately framed by a number: after 11 rounds, he reached the milestone of 11 times directly participating in goals.
The numbers speak for themselves: 5 goals, 6 assists after 11 rounds
Hoang Duc has scored 5 goals and assisted 6, averaging one goal per game. His current performance far exceeds the last two seasons: 6 goals - 4 assists (2022 season) and 5 goals - 5 assists (2023 season). Consistency is measured by influence: 42% of Ninh Binh's goals have his mark.
Position in V-League: leading in assists, top efficiency
The midfielder from Hai Duong is leading the V-League in the number of assists, two more than Nguyen Huu Nam (Hai Phong). In the scoring category, he is among the most effective, only behind Imoh Friday (7 goals) and Alan Sebastiao (8 goals). When calculating goals and assists, Hoang Duc is the player with the most total goals in the league so far.
Impact on the team: Ninh Binh maintains top position, 35-match unbeaten streak
Hoang Duc's brilliance helped Ninh Binh top the table with 27 points, seven points ahead of Hanoi Police. The unbeaten streak was extended to 35 consecutive matches, from the First Division to the V-League, reflecting a disciplined team that knows how to seize opportunities.
Career path: Viettel's mark and new leadership role
After eight V-League seasons, Hoang Duc has scored 22 goals and had 27 assists in 134 matches. Growing up from Viettel, he helped his old team win the 2020 V-League championship and the National Super Cup in the same year. Joining Ninh Binh from the 2024-2025 season, this midfielder continues to assert his class by leading the domestic performance rankings, surpassing many names such as Nguyen Van Quyet, Tien Linh or Van Toan. With stable performances and the ability to influence the playing style, he is proving his role as the new leader of Ninh Binh.
Selected data table
| Index | Value |
|---|---|
| Goals (2025-2026, after 11 rounds) | 5 |
| Creation (2025-2026, after 11 rounds) | 6 (leading the tournament, 2 more than Nguyen Huu Nam) |
| Total goal participation | 11 (average 1/match) |
| Ninh Binh's table participation rate | 42% |
| Scoring position | Leading group (after Imoh Friday 7, Alan Sebastiao 8) |
| Ninh Binh's score | 27 (7 points more than Hanoi Police) |
| Ninh Binh's unbeaten streak | 35 matches (from First Division to V-League) |
| Achievements of the last two seasons | 2022: 6 goals - 4 assists; 2023: 5 goals - 5 assists |
| Total in V-League (8 seasons) | 22 goals, 27 assists in 134 games |
Meaning for the journey ahead
In the core role, each of Hoang Duc's moves is bringing rhythm and points to Ninh Binh. With the league-leading assist efficiency and match-deciding ability proven, the ancient capital team has a clear foothold in the race for the top spot.
