SLNA officially announced new coaching staff

On the evening of June 3, Song Lam Nghe An Club announced the new coaching staff after changing sponsors. Accordingly, Nguyen Huy Hoang continues to be trusted to hold the position of head coach.

Nguyen Huy Hoang officially became head coach of SLNA. Photo archive

In addition, three familiar faces to Nghe An fans, Pham Bui Minh, Phan Nhu Thuat and Pham Van Quyen, were appointed as assistant coaches.

Before being officially appointed as head coach, Nguyen Huy Hoang had a short time as interim coach after coach Ngo Quang Truong resigned in early May.

Huy Hoang is also a symbol of loyalty at SLNA. As a player and as a coach, Huy Hoang has left his mark. In particular, the “steel” center back is a rare case to be involved in the coaching staff while still a player. At this time, Huy Hoang is the person who understands and grasps the team’s situation the most.

Phan Nhu Thuat (first from left), and Pham Van Quyen (fourth from left), both serve as assistant head coaches. Photo courtesy

Of the 3 assistants, apart from Phan Nhu Thuat who kept his position, the other 2 were promoted from the youth team. Before being appointed as assistant head coach, Pham Bui Minh was the head coach of the U19 SLNA team, while Pham Van Quyen also spent many years as an assistant head coach for the youth teams.

Pham Bui Minh when he was still the head coach of U19 SLNA.

"I hope that the players will be united, practice and compete with the highest determination and spirit for the common goal of the team. We also hope to receive timely support, cheers and encouragement from fans during this difficult period," said the former captain of the Vietnam national team./.