Tran Dinh Hoang - leaving to return

After 7 years with the Nghe An team, at the age of 27, the right-back of SLNA left Vinh Stadium to join SHB Da Nang, then coached by Le Huynh Duc. Including 10 years in the youth teams, this player had 17 years of association with Vinh Stadium, including a period of peak performance in the 2016 season when he was called up to the national team by coach Huu Thang. An injury forced him to miss the entire 2017 season, unfortunately cutting short his peak playing career with the national team.

A style of play that involves dedication and commitment.

Before moving to Da Nang, Tran Dinh Hoang declined to discuss the reason for leaving SLNA with the author of this article, but shared: "I'll be there for two years, but then I'll come back to Vinh." At SHB Da Nang, Tran Dinh Hoang was among the players with the most appearances in both seasons, 16 out of 18 matches in his first season and 9 out of 12 matches last season. These numbers demonstrate both his professional skills and the physical fitness of a full-back.

Dinh Hoang's style of play, which emphasizes technique rather than showmanship and focuses on effectiveness, is highly appreciated. Photo: SLFC

Tran Dinh Hoang's playing style is quite simple; he proactively anticipates situations to win the ball back early. When attacking, the former national team player rarely dribbles, mainly opting for one-two passes with teammates to make runs down the wing, and he demonstrates excellent self-awareness in managing his energy levels. His technical, less flashy, and more effective style of play is highly valued by demanding coaches like Le Huynh Duc.

In the 2021 V.League season, coach Le Huynh Duc really liked using the duo Vo Ngoc Toan andTran Dinh HoangTwo SLNA players joined SHB Da Nang two years ago. Having trained and played together for many years, these two players understand each other quite well, both defensively and offensively. It's no coincidence that opponents of the Da Nang team rarely attack the right flank, where the SLNA player is positioned.

Not only in terms of his professional skills but also in his lifestyle, number 66 is highly regarded by coaches and fans of SLNA and SHB Da Nang. This right-back doesn't drink alcohol or smoke and regularly trains alone on the beaches of Cua Lo and T20 (Da Nang). Even during the Tet holiday, instead of going out with friends, Tran Dinh Hoang often drives down to train by himself according to his own fitness training plan. This means that Dinh Hoang rarely gets tired during sprints with opposing strikers. His composure and increasing experience also mean that Tran Dinh Hoang rarely suffers injuries.

If you want, you can come back.

Tran Dinh Hoang is the first domestic player to return and sign a contract with the Vinh Stadium team. He will still wear the number 66 jersey, as he did when playing for SHB Da Nang, and will play a key role on the right wing for his hometown team. In the team's "revitalization" plan, the "Hoang duo" (Dinh Hoang and Trong Hoang) on ​​the right wing, along with Xuan Manh and Van Duc on the left wing, will create consistent attacking pressure across the entire field.

It's no coincidence that when Huy Hoàng was officially appointed as head coach of SLNA, he immediately thought of Trần Đình Hoàng. Photo: SLFC

It's no coincidence that when Huy Hoang was officially appointed as SLNA's head coach, he immediately thought of Tran Dinh Hoang. Simply put, after 17 years of dedication to the Vinh stadium, the professional ability of this number 66 defender has been proven. In fact, at that time, he was also offered a contract renewal by SHB Da Nang's coach Phan Thanh Hung. But his love for his hometown team, the call of his family and loved ones, and the fans of Nghe An province kept him back at SLNA. Along with names like Que Ngoc Hai and Trong Hoang, defender Tran Dinh Hoang is expected to change the playing style of the Nghe An team.