Song Lam Nghe An midfielder confident before confrontation with The Cong Viettel
After the unfortunate draw against Quang Nam at home, Song Lam Nghe An continues to enter a big challenge in round 20 of V-League 2024/25 with an away trip to Hang Day Stadium. Although they have not been able to break away from the "red light" group, coach Phan Nhu Thuat's students expressed optimism and confidence towards the confrontation with The Cong Viettel.

Speaking before the match, center back Tran Nam Hai said: “Lam River Nghe AnNot being able to get used to Hang Day Stadium before the match against The Cong Viettel will certainly bring some difficulties. However, the whole team will try their best to have a good match and aim for a positive result."
The absence of veteran midfielder Khac Ngoc is considered a big loss for SLNA. Tran Nam Hai added: “Khac Ngoc is an experienced player, always supporting and encouraging the young players. But in his position, we still have suitable replacement options. The whole team will still take the field with the highest confidence.”

The young central defender emphasized that tactics will play a key role in the upcoming match: “When facing The Cong Viettel, the whole team needs to strictly follow the tactics set out by the coaching staff and effectively carry out tactical exercises. This is a strong team, possessing an even squad of players and a quality attack with dangerous foreign players. SLNA will have to make every effort to overcome their strength.”
Currently, SLNA is facing great pressure in the battle for the right to stay in the V-League. However, the players still maintain the necessary spirit and focus. “We will try to cherish every point. Every match now has a vital meaning for SLNA, and the whole team will fight to the end to win the right to stay in the league,” Tran Nam Hai emphasized./.