Lee Williams, standing at 1.90m, sets a historical milestone in the V-League and the National Cup.
The 2007 young star is the first Vietnamese-English player to score in both the V-League and the National Cup, finding the net in the 43rd minute to help CA TP HCM win 3-0 in the round of 16.
In the 43rd minute, thanks to intelligent positioning and a decisive finish, Lee Williams increased the score to 2-0 for CA TP HCM against TP.HCM Club in the Round of 16 of the National Cup. The match ended with a 3-0 victory. With this goal, the striker born in 2007 officially became the first Vietnamese-British player to score in both the V-League and the National Cup.
Historical milestones and impressive performances under coach Le Huynh Duc.
The moment in the National Cup came just days after Lee Williams' V-League debut goal against league leaders Ninh Binh FC in Round 11. It was his second goal in just two recent matches, ending a streak of three consecutive games in which coach Le Huynh Duc trusted him to start.
Scoring in both of the most prestigious domestic leagues at the young age of 18 demonstrates the remarkable progress of the number 33 player from Ho Chi Minh City Police. This achievement also creates a clear distinction between him and his compatriot Brandon Ly, who is still struggling to find his place at Hanoi Police and has yet to score a goal.
The 43rd-minute moment: the right position, the right finish.
In the match between the two cities in the Round of 16 of the National Cup, Lee Williams demonstrated his ability to effectively position himself when receiving passes from his teammates. His neat control culminated in a decisive shot to make it 2-0, setting the stage for CA TP HCM's 3-0 victory over TP.HCM Club.
That's the quintessential image of the modern center forward Lee is aiming for: economical with touches in the penalty area, but sharp enough to convert opportunities into goals.
Tactical profile: 1.90m tall, English background, and modern thinking.
Standing at 1.90m tall, Lee Williams possesses a significant physical advantage, well-suited to the high-intensity demands and competitive nature of top-level football. His modern footballing mindset – honed in the demanding environment of England – allows the 2007-born striker to effectively combine movement and finishing.
Before returning home, Lee was on the books of Stockport County, having played in the English League Cup (EFL Cup) in the 2024/2025 season. He also gained valuable experience at Warrington Town (English sixth division) with 3 goals in 16 appearances, a crucial foundation for his current development.
Selective statistics
- Year of birth: 2007
- Height: 1.90m
- Number at Ho Chi Minh City Police: 33
- Round of 16 of the National Cup: scored in the 43rd minute, increasing the score to 2-0; the home team won 3-0.
- V-League Round 11: Scored against Ninh Binh FC (currently leading the league table)
- 2 goals in the last 2 matches; 3 consecutive starts under coach Le Huynh Duc.
- Warrington Town: 3 goals in 16 matches
- Currently on the books of Stockport County; previously featured in the EFL Cup 2024/2025.
Immediate impact and internal competition
Lee Williams' consistent goal-scoring performance shows he is clearly gaining the upper hand over Brandon Ly, who has yet to score for CAHN. Lee's progress provides CA TP HCM with a quality attacking option, especially in matches requiring crucial touches in the penalty area.
Team prospects and legal procedures
Lee Williams is in the process of completing the procedures to obtain Vietnamese citizenship. If everything goes smoothly, with his impressive physique and potential for development, he promises to be a quality addition to the attacking lines of the national teams at all levels in the near future.
The historic milestones in the National Cup and V-League are just the beginning; what's more important for the 18-year-old striker is maintaining consistency and continuing to convert opportunities in big matches – something he just did in the round of 16 and before that against Ninh Binh FC.