Defender Pham Ly Duc: PVF-CAND will give more than 100% effort to get promoted to the V.League.
Ahead of the crucial play-off match against Bac Ninh FC in Ha Tinh, Vietnam U23 center-back Pham Ly Duc affirmed that PVF-CAND is ready with the highest spirit.
The play-off match for a spot in the 2026/27 V.League between PVF-CAND and Bac Ninh FC in Ha Tinh is becoming the focal point of domestic football. This is considered a do-or-die clash, where the 90 minutes of regulation time will determine the outcome of a long journey for both teams.
Confirmation from checkpoint officer Pham Ly Duc
On the PVF-CAND side, the team has made comprehensive preparations in terms of professional skills, physical fitness, and mentality. Center-back Pham Ly Duc, a standout player currently on loan from Hanoi Police, represented the team and demonstrated unwavering determination.
Sharing his thoughts on the preparation process before the match, the U23 Vietnam defender said that the whole team is maintaining maximum focus and absolutely not allowing any complacency to appear. His affirmation shows great confidence in the defensive system that PVF-CAND has built throughout the season.
"For me personally, as well as for the whole team, PVF-CAND has prepared very thoroughly for this play-off match. We are maintaining our health and fighting spirit at over 100% to enter the match," Pham Ly Duc emphasized.
Solving the Bruno Cunha puzzle
The opponent of the First Division representative, Bac Ninh FC, is considered a highly ambitious team with significant investment in its squad. To prepare for this crucial match, the PVF-CAND coaching staff spent considerable time thoroughly studying the opponent's tactics, especially the attacking threat of Bruno Cunha.
This foreign striker possesses a versatile ability to dribble and finish, posing a significant challenge to any defense. Neutralizing this dangerous forward will be the most crucial task Phạm Lý Đức and his teammates need to solve to protect their goal before even thinking about scoring the decisive goal.
The clash in Ha Tinh promises to deliver a dramatic and emotional scenario. Both PVF-CAND and Bac Ninh FC are aiming for promotion, making this a must-watch match for Vietnamese football fans.
