Highlights of Song Lam Nghe An's first victory in V.League 2024/25

Tactical mark of coach Phan Nhu Thuat

In this match, coach Phan Nhu Thuat continued to rely on the 4-2-3-1 formation, the tactic that helped the Nghe An team draw with the ambitious Hanoi Police club in the previous round.

Facing a strong Binh Duong squad, which has many stars such as Vi Hao, Tien Linh or Tran Trung Hieu..., coach Phan Nhu Thuat chose a defensive counter-attacking style of play to counter the opponent. With a force that was considered weaker, this strategy helpedLam River Nghe AnMaintain solidity in defense and be ready to surprise in attack.

Coach Phan Nhu Thuat's flexibility in tactical operations was clearly demonstrated in the second half of the match. When he saw the right moment, the Nghe An coach brought Manh Quynh onto the field, aiming to create a breakthrough for quick counterattacks. The presence of this young player brought a new wind to Song Lam Nghe An's playing style. He was the one who scored the only goal in the final minutes, with a brilliant dribble past a series of opposing players before finishing delicately, bringing a dramatic 1-0 victory.

Excellent form of the defense

Song Lam Nghe An's defense, with the participation of rookie Hoang Van Khanh, played solidly and effectively. The central defender pair Van Khanh and Zaracho almost contained the dangerous attacks from Binh Duong. Notably, Van Khanh not only created solidity but also brought a steely spirit to the whole team. Goalkeeper Van Viet also had an excellent day, with many spectacular saves, contributing to keeping Song Lam Nghe An's net safe.

Khac Ngoc's mark in the midfield

Khac Ngoc brought stability to the midfield of Song Lam Nghe An thanks to his experience and ability to control the tempo of the match. In addition, almost all of the home team's attacks went through the 33-year-old midfielder. Khac Ngoc not only helped the team control the game but also continuously made sharp passes. One of them was an accurate lob to Quang Vinh, creating an opportunity for Kuku to finish. Although the Nigerian striker's close-range shot was blocked by goalkeeper Minh Toan, this combination clearly showed Khac Ngoc's influence. In addition, he also launched a powerful long-range shot, almost scoring a goal for the home team.

The victory over Binh Duong was the result of the team's spirit of solidarity and determination. Song Lam Nghe An players showed their relentless efforts, especially in the final minutes when they put all their efforts into finding the decisive goal. The enthusiastic cheers from Vinh Stadium's audience added strength, helping the Nghe An team win their first victory in V.League 2024/25, leaving a deep impression in the hearts of fans./.

Duc Anh