Lam River Nghe An and the Hong Linh Ha Tinh problem

After a 1-3 defeat in the opening match, few people thought that Hong Linh Ha Tinh could quickly come back so strongly. The army ofCoach Nguyen Cong Manhproved that the defeat was just a temporary stumble. The following 3 consecutive victories not only helped them improve their position on the rankings but also affirmed the spirit of a disciplined and effective team.

The most notable point in Hong Linh Ha Tinh's winning streak is that they do not need to dominate their opponents in terms of game position or control the ball superiorly. Instead, the Hong mountain team chooses a cautious approach, lulling their opponents to sleep with a slow, steady play, then suddenly launching a sharp finishing blow. This way of operating brings maximum efficiency, and is becoming the "specialty" of this team under coach Nguyen Cong Manh.

In defense, center-back Helerson is an irreplaceable leader. The Brazilian's experience and commanding ability are a solid block in front of the goal. Above him, holding midfielder Onoja Joseph is increasingly asserting his role as a true "sweeper". The Nigerian's strong one-on-one ability, intelligent reading of situations and impressive stamina are key factors in helping Hong Linh Ha Tinh maintain a safe game at home.

With this duo as a foundation, Hong Linh Ha Tinh can play leisurely, waiting for the right moment without being too hasty. Even just a draw is enough to make the opponent lose patience - the premise for quick counter-attacks that they are very good at.

In transition phases, Hong Linh Ha Tinh possesses players with speed and versatility such as Viktor Le, Atsimene Charles or veteran Nguyen Trong Hoang. These are names capable of making a difference with just one move. In particular, Trong Hoang, with his extensive combat experience, also plays a very effective role in regulating and connecting the midfield.

Not only counter-attacking sharply, coach Nguyen Cong Manh’s team also proved dangerous in set pieces. Crossing the ball into the penalty area always poses a risk to opponents, especially when they have good aerial players like Helerson or Atsimene Charles. These “dead ball” situations are often the solution to break the deadlock when the match falls into a stalemate.

With such strengths, it is understandable why many fans are worried about Song Lam Nghe An in the upcoming derby.

In recent seasons, Song Lam Nghe An often had difficulty against opponents who played disciplined defense. When unable to penetrate the tight defense system, the style of play ofLam River Nghe Aneasily become stuck and fall into a state of loss of control.

In particular, in situations where the team was absorbed in attacking, the defense of coach Phan Nhu Thuat left many gaps behind, creating conditions for the opponent to counterattack. The match against Hai Phong Club in the last round was a typical example.

That is a clear lesson that coach Phan Nhu Thuat and his students need to learn if they do not want to repeat the same mistake against an "experienced" Hong Linh Ha Tinh.

In the Derby on September 21, tactical calculations will play a decisive role. Coach Phan Nhu Thuat needs to have specific plans to neutralize the opponent's defensive counter-attacking style of play. It could be better control of the midfield, blocking the gaps on the wings - where Hong Linh Ha Tinh often exploits - or arranging a player capable of controlling the game to avoid falling into a state of losing composure.

Obviously, this is not an easy Derby for Song Lam Nghe An and it is even more difficult whenHong Linh Ha Tinhare in form again. But with home field advantage and good results in recent confrontations, fans still have the right to expect a favorable result for Song Lam Nghe An in the Nghe Tinh Derby taking place on September 21.

Spring Quy