Van Truong will miss the rest of the 2025/26 season due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
Nguyen Van Truong, a midfielder for Hanoi FC, underwent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery on the evening of November 27th in Ho Chi Minh City and will be out for the remainder of the 2025/26 season. The injury occurred during the Panda Cup 2025 match against South Korea U22.
Hanoi FC has confirmed that midfielder Nguyen Van Truong will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2025/2026 season following successful anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery on November 27th at Van Hanh General Hospital (Ho Chi Minh City). This is a serious injury, typically requiring months of recovery, and almost certainly prevented him from returning to action this year.
A pivotal moment at the Panda Cup 2025
The injury occurred on November 18th during the U22 Vietnam vs. U22 South Korea match at the Panda Cup 2025. In a midfield ball爭奪 (ball爭奪 - ball爭奪) situation, Van Truong landed awkwardly and suffered a knee ligament injury. What seemed like a simple incident turned into a major turning point for the player born in 2003.
Medical and surgical evaluation
After returning from China, Van Truong underwent a thorough examination by leading doctors before a decision was made on surgical intervention. On the evening of November 27th, the surgery went smoothly in Ho Chi Minh City. Hanoi FC's president, Mr. Do Vinh Quang, was present to visit and encourage him. The capital city's team pledged comprehensive support throughout his treatment and recovery process to ensure he is in the best possible condition for the new season.
Professional impact on Hanoi FC and Vietnam U22 team.
The absence of Van Truong is a major blow to Hanoi FC's midfield. At the Vietnam U22 level, it's also a significant loss as he was a key player, having captained the team in numerous tournaments over the past two years and being expected to participate in the SEA Games 33. The void left by Van Truong forces the coaching staff to adjust personnel and midfield control strategies.
The career background of Nguyen Van Truong
Having come through the Hanoi FC youth academy, Van Truong won the U19 and U21 national championships and was promoted to the first team in 2023. An anterior cruciate ligament injury forced him to halt his progress at a crucial stage. This is a major challenge, but with the support of the club and a rigorous recovery plan, the midfielder from Hung Yen has the foundation to build more resilience and return stronger next season.
