Identifying SLNA's opponent in Round 4 of V.League 2021
(Baonghean.vn) – After three consecutive matches with only draws and losses, Song Lam Nghe An will return to Vinh Stadium to host Than Quang Ninh in Round 4. This is a good opportunity for the Nghe An team to seek their first victory, but the visiting team is not an easy opponent to beat.
In the 2020 V.League season, Than Quang Ninh FC finished in 4th place overall, but in the 2021 season, they faced numerous difficulties and crises regarding finances and personnel, and were even considered at risk of relegation.
While other teams are actively involved in the transfer window in preparation for the 2021 season, Than Quang Ninh is facing instability. Having parted ways with head coach Phan Thanh Hung, Than Quang Ninh has also lost important players such as captain Tuan Linh.Jeremy Lynch, Nhật Minh, Văn Việt, Dương Thanh Hào, Quách Tân, Xuân Hùng…
On the coaching bench, the team from the mining region decided to appoint assistant coach Hoang Tho to take charge. Before the start of the 2021 season, Than Quang Ninh at one point had only just over 10 players, making it impossible to split the squad for training and matches, but they managed to bring in some fairly high-quality players.
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| Than Quang Ninh's lineup in their most recent match. Photo: VPF |
This includes the presence of defenders and former national team players Thanh Hien and Van Hau (both from Dong Thap), and Duy Khanh (Quang Nam); the recall of goalkeeper Hoai Anh (from HL Ha Tinh); and the signing of a contract with...Gustavo Santos (SLNA)Forwards Pereira, Diogo, and Eydison.
The remaining core of Than Quang Ninh still includes naturalized player Tran Trung Hieu (Kizito), Tien Duy, Van Khoa, and The Manh. The team's midfield also boasts several experienced players such as Hong Quan, Hai Huy, Hai Long, Nguyen Sa, and Nghiem Xuan Tu, who returned from Hai Phong.
Despite such significant changes in their squad, Coach Hoang Tho's team has achieved remarkable results so far. In the first round, Than Quang Ninh defeated HL Ha Tinh 2-1 with a brace from foreign player Eydison. In the second round, Than Quang Ninh only lost 0-1 to SHB Da Nang. And in the most recent third round, the team from the mining region beat Ho Chi Minh City 2-0. As a result, they have 6 points and are ranked second in the standings.
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| Quang Ninh's central defender Gustavo Santos is no stranger to SLNA, having previously played for the Nghe An team. Photo: VPF |
Than Quang Ninh's hidden strength was further bolstered by the impressive return of central midfielder Hai Huy in round 3. It was this player who sealed the 2-0 victory for the home team after a well-rehearsed combination with winger Nghiem Xuan Tu.
Decoding Quang Ninh's form, it can be explained by the fact that they have retained top-quality midfielders in the V.League. This includes the quartet of Xuan Tu, Hai Huy, Nguyen Sa, and Hong Quan in the midfield, with their ability to defend from afar and organize diverse attacks on both wings, especially Xuan Tu's crosses into the penalty area.
Perhaps the weakness ofQuang Ninh CoalIn the defense, coach Hoang Tho was forced to rely on young center-back Doan Anh Viet (born in 1999) to partner with Gustavo Santos in the most recent match. However, both players have excellent heights of 1.85m and 1.92m respectively. On the left flank, Van Khoa was in charge, while the Quang Ninh coaching staff surprised everyone by deploying naturalized player Trung Hieu, originally a midfielder, to play right-back in place of The Manh.
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| Nghiem Xuan Tu is the most dangerous player on the Than Quang Ninh side. Photo: VPF |
WithSLNAIn this match, the Nghe An team will have the services of captain Hoang Van Khanh after serving a two-match suspension. Three players are doubtful: Sy Nam, Van Lam, and center-back Thai Ba Sang. However, the home team's problems aren't just limited to defense; SLNA's attack is very weak as Bruno Henrique and Peter Samuel haven't scored a single goal in three matches. Despite playing at home, Quang Ninh is clearly a tough opponent for Coach Ngo Quang Truong's team.
In their most recent encounters, the two teams have met 14 times, with SLNA winning 5, drawing 5, and losing 4. However, at Vinh Stadium, the Nghe An team has never suffered a defeat. SLNA's home record against this team is 4 wins and 3 draws.
Pham Xuan Manh scored a spectacular goal in the friendly match between SLNA and HL Ha Tinh.
(Baonghean.vn) - In the friendly match between SLNA and HL Ha Tinh at Vinh Stadium on the afternoon of February 27th, the player born in 1996 scored to put the Nghe An team ahead 3-2 with a beautiful long-range shot.
