Patrik Lê Giang shines, Ho Chi Minh City Police win the 2025/26 National Cup.
The 2-1 victory against Ninh Binh crowned Ho Chi Minh City Police as champions. Coach Phung Thanh Phuong praised Patrik Le Giang as the most solid foundation for the team's success.
Ho Chi Minh City Police Football Club has officially become the new champion of the 2025/26 National Cup after a dramatic 2-1 victory against Ninh Binh. This title not only adds a prestigious trophy to their trophy cabinet but also marks a strong comeback for Ho Chi Minh City football on the domestic stage.
The outpouring of joy and the value of inheritance.
Immediately after the final whistle blew, a celebratory atmosphere enveloped the stadium. For coach Phung Thanh Phuong, this championship was a well-deserved reward for the tireless efforts of the coaching staff and players throughout the season.
The strategist, born in 1978, shared his joy: "My emotions right now are overwhelming. The whole team has successfully completed the task and achieved the goals that the club's leadership entrusted to us."
Notably, Mr. Phung Thanh Phuong also expressed his deep gratitude to his predecessor – Coach Le Huynh Duc. He affirmed that the foundations of systematic playing style and team spirit that Coach Le Huynh Duc had built were the crucial "building blocks" that helped the team reap the rewards it has today. The combination of discipline and local identity helped the team finish in 5th place in the V-League before winning the Cup.
Patrik Le Giang: "The steel shield" in the goal frame
Throughout the Ho Chi Minh City Police team's championship run, Vietnamese-American goalkeeper Patrik Le Giang was the most outstanding player. During the final match, he consistently made timely interventions and spectacular saves, becoming a strong psychological anchor for his teammates.
Coach Phùng Thanh Phương showered his student with praise: "Not only in this match, but throughout the past three seasons, Patrik Lê Giang has consistently demonstrated incredible professionalism. He is not only a reliable defensive barrier but also a great source of moral support for the entire team. His performance in the final was truly a perfect 10."
With his consistent performance and proven class, Patrik Le Giang is now considered a symbol of Ho Chi Minh City football's ambition to reach new heights. Winning the 2025/26 National Cup is expected to be a springboard for the club to pursue higher goals in future seasons, starting with the stability of the defense, a key element of which Patrik Le Giang currently holds.