Information regarding Trong Hoang's injury status.
(Baonghean.vn) - During the match between Song Lam Nghe An and Quang Nam, Trong Hoang suffered a torn knee ligament injury. It is highly likely that the veteran player, born in 1989, will not recover in time to play in Round 5 of the V.League 2023/2024, when Song Lam Nghe An visits Hang Day Stadium to face Hanoi FC.
Trong Hoang has just returned to the V.League 2023/2024 season in the colors of his team.Lam River, Nghe AnAfter a long period of treatment for his injury, the veteran player had previously suffered from muscle pain and was given time off from competition to focus on rehabilitation in order to regain his best form.
In the first qualifying round match of the 2023/2024 National Cup between Song Lam Nghe An and Dong Thap, Trong Hoang made his first appearance of the season. However, in that match, Trong Hoang was only substituted in at the beginning of the second half, when the score was already 5-0 in favor of the home team. The coach from Nghe An hopes that Trong Hoang will soon regain his match fitness.
Entering the match in Round 4 of the V.League 2023/2024, Song Lam Nghe An hosted Quang Nam. Coach Phan Nhu Thuat fielded Trong Hoang from the start, assigning him the role of defending the right flank for the Nghe An team.
During his 44 minutes on the field, the 34-year-old veteran, with his extensive experience, successfully neutralized the opposing team's attacks down the flanks. In addition, Trong Hoang frequently created dangerous attacks down the wing, posing a threat to the Quang Nam defense. However, while the home team was leading 2-1, Trong Hoang unfortunately collided with an opposing player and suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his knee.
Shortly afterwards, the player had to leave the field. In the second half, Song Lam Nghe An's defense played as if they were half-asleep, making too many mistakes and having to settle for a draw with their opponent at home.
After the match, coach Phan Như Thuật shared: "Song Lam Nghe An was leading 4-2. In my opinion, the two goals conceded in the second half were due to Trong Hoang's injury, which forced him to leave the field. If he had continued playing, Song Lam Nghe An would have performed better."
Regarding Trong Hoang's injury, doctors believe it is not too serious. However, according to experts, it is unlikely that the veteran player will recover in time to play in the V.League 2023/2024 Round 5 match when Song Lam Nghe An visits Hanoi FC.
In the 2023 V.League season, Nguyen Trong Hoang played in 17 out of 18 matches, totaling 1,356 minutes for Song Lam Nghe An. However, this season, the "tireless" player has only managed 45 minutes of playing time for the Nghe An team. This is a major disadvantage for Song Lam Nghe An, as their squad includes many young players who desperately need experienced senior players to lead them.
