Hoang Hen is ready if coach Kim Sang Sik calls him up to the Vietnam national team.
Hoang Hen affirmed his readiness to join the Vietnam national team after the match between Nam Dinh Steel Blue and Hanoi in round 11 of V-League, and expressed his joy at returning to Thien Truong and the support of fans.
Right after Hanoi shared points at Thien Truong Stadium in round 11 of V-League, Hoang Hen spoke up about the national team's chances: he affirmed that he would be ready if coach Kim Sang Sik called him up during the FIFA Days in November. The player who has just been naturalized as a Vietnamese citizen also said that he received congratulations from Xuan Son when he completed his citizenship.
Nam Dinh Green Steel vs Hanoi match: share points with a super volley
The match on the evening of November 10 was a tight affair. The home team, Nam Dinh Steel, took the lead early thanks to Lucas Alves' goal, before Xuan Manh's beautiful volley in the 31st minute helped Hanoi hold on for 1 point.
Hoang Hen's reaction: difficulties on Thien Truong stadium, warmth from the stands
After the match, midfielder Hoang Hen highly appreciated the difficulty of playing away against Nam Dinh Steel Blue: "Today is a very difficult match because Nam Dinh really needs a win. Winning 1 point here is very difficult. Now we will return to Hanoi, practice hard to play better in the upcoming matches."
Returning to "home" Thien Truong after a period of separation, he expressed his emotions with the affection from the audience: "Nam Dinh fans are always good. I am very happy to be back here."
Vietnam National Team: Message ready to send to Coach Kim Sang Sik
When asked about not being called up for the FIFA Days in November, Hoang Hen made his stance clear: "Not this time, but when I am and coach Kim Sang Sik wants me to join the national team, I will be ready."
The newly naturalized player also shared about the support from his teammates: "Yes, Son is very happy that I have citizenship. Because I had to wait so long, now it's done and Son is also very happy for me."
Impact on Hanoi FC and the situation after round 11
After round 11 of V-League, Hanoi FC entered a break of nearly 3 months to make way for the national teams. This is the time for coach Harry Kewell to review and evaluate the past journey, aiming for the highest goal this season.
With 1 point from Thien Truong, Hanoi still holds the 7th position. Thep Xanh Nam Dinh falls to 10th, only 2-3 points away from the relegation group. In the context of the suspension of the match schedule, this result helps Hanoi have a mental support, while Nam Dinh needs to take advantage of the break to adjust for the next round.
Highlights
- Opening goal: Lucas Alves (Nam Dinh Blue Steel).
- Equalizer: Xuan Manh (Hanoi), volley in the 31st minute.
- Hoang Hen: emphasized his readiness to join the Vietnam national team when called up by coach Kim Sang Sik; emotional when returning to Thien Truong.
- Ranking after round 11: Hanoi 7th; Nam Dinh Blue Steel 10th.