Goalkeeper Van Viet is injured, causing difficulties for Song Lam Nghe An.
Following their narrow draw against Hai Phong in Round 21 of the V.League 2024/25, Song Lam Nghe An is facing a personnel dilemma as goalkeeper Van Viet is injured.
According to information from the ClubLam River, Nghe AnThe goalkeeper from Tan Ky suffered a thigh injury in the recent match against Hai Phong. Currently, Van Viet is still unable to return to training with the rest of the team and is receiving intensive care from the club's medical staff.
With less than three days until the match against Hanoi FC, the chances of the Nghe An team's number one goalkeeper playing are becoming very slim.
Van Viet's injury is a huge blow for Song Lam Nghe An, especially as they are about to face Hanoi FC, a team with one of the strongest attacking lines in the league. This season, Van Viet has played 21 matches for the Vinh-based team and has always been considered a reliable goalkeeper.
Van Viet's strengths lie not only in his quick reflexes and ability to command the penalty area, but also in his composure and composure in big matches. He always maintains high concentration, knows how to read situations, and makes timely interventions. These are qualities that not every goalkeeper in the V.League can consistently maintain throughout an entire season.
The match against Hai Phong in round 21 was clear evidence of Van Viet's impressive form. Facing tremendous pressure from the home team's attack, with a total of 20 shots on target, Van Viet played an outstanding game. He made a series of saves that frustrated Fred and Lucao (Hai Phong). In particular, his two crucial saves in the 45th and 85th minutes secured a valuable point for the Nghe An team at the Lạch Tray stadium.
Van Viet's outstanding performance was also recognized by his opponents. Hai Phong FC's coach, Chu Dinh Nghiem, praised him after the match: "Not only in this game, but in many previous matches, Van Viet made some spectacular saves. His excellent performance made it very difficult for our attack. When constantly taking shots without scoring, the players easily become frustrated. He was a crucial factor in helping Song Lam Nghe An keep a clean sheet in this match."
With Van Viet potentially unavailable for the upcoming match, the Song Lam Nghe An coaching staff will have to consider a replacement. It is highly likely that young goalkeeper Cao Van Binh, currently the number one goalkeeper for the Vietnam U22 team, will be given the opportunity. Van Binh recently had a successful international friendly tournament in China (CFA Team China 2025). His impressive performance earned him the "Best Goalkeeper of the Tournament" award.
The match between Song Lam Nghe An and Hanoi FC in round 22 promises to be very difficult, and the goalkeeper position will play a crucial role in determining the success or failure of the Nghe An team.
The match between Song Lam Nghe An and Hanoi FC will take place at Vinh Stadium at 6:00 PM on May 10th.
