Song Lam Nghe An faces difficulties ahead of the National Cup quarter-final match.
Duc Anh•March 17, 2025 14:13
Song Lam Nghe An faces many difficulties ahead of the 2024/25 National Cup quarter-final match against Dong Thap as the team lacks a suitable training ground.
After defeating SHB Da Nang 1-0 in the Round of 16 of the 2024/25 National Cup, Song Lam Nghe An will advance to the quarter-finals to face Dong Thap. Photo: Duc AnhThis is considered a relatively easy opponent for Song Lam Nghe An, and they are full of hope to win a medal, their first significant achievement under the "reign" of Tan Long. Photo: Chung LeHowever, the Nghe An team is facing many difficulties as they lack a suitable training ground to prepare for the quarter-final match. Photo: Duc AnhVinh Stadium, where the team regularly trains and plays, is currently undergoing routine maintenance, rendering it unusable. Photo: Duc AnhThe auxiliary natural grass pitch is in serious disrepair, resembling a plowed field, and therefore does not meet the standards for Song Lam Nghe An players to train on. Photo: Chung LeThe lack of training grounds has seriously affected the team's preparation, especially with the quarter-final match approaching. Photo: Duc AnhTo remedy this situation, the SLNA coaching staff searched for alternative training grounds. However, due to limited infrastructure, finding suitable training grounds proved difficult. As a result, the team had to train on artificial turf that did not meet professional standards. Photo: Chung LeThe Song Lam Nghe An coaching staff shared that the lack of quality training grounds has significantly affected the team's preparation. However, Song Lam Nghe An is still striving to overcome these difficulties to achieve the best possible result in the upcoming quarter-final match. Photo: Chung LeDuring training sessions in preparation for the National Cup quarter-final match, Song Lam Nghe An was without the services of five key players: goalkeeper Van Viet, Cao Van Binh, defender Ho Van Cuong, midfielder Dinh Xuan Tien, and midfielder Nguyen Quang Vinh. These players are currently training with the Vietnam National Team and the U22 Vietnam Team. This has created some difficulties for coach Phan Nhu Thuat in implementing training plans. Photo: Chung LeDespite facing numerous challenges, the morale of the SLNA players remains high. They are determined to overcome all difficulties to bring joy to their fans. The upcoming quarter-final match is not only a professional test but also an opportunity for the team to win a medal. Photo: Chung LeThe 2024/25 National Cup quarter-final match between Song Lam Nghe An and Dong Thap will take place at 6:00 PM on March 30th at Vinh Stadium. Photo: Duc Anh
