Round 13 of V.League: Olaha returns to Hang Day Stadium

More than 2 weeks ago, Nghe An fans still remember clearly the moment Olaha was shown a red card by referee Nguyen Manh Hai. Obviously, that disastrous red card caused Song Lam Nghe An to lose to Hanoi Club.

Olaha scores at Hang Day. Photo: Chung Nguyen

JobOlaha's absencealso made it difficult for the Nghe team to find a replacement in the last two rounds. Especially in the match against Dong A Thanh Hoa, Song Lam Nghe An seemed to be completely deadlocked before the solid defense of the Thanh team, which was also the only match since the beginning of the tournament that Song Lam Nghe An failed to score a goal.

With his suspension over, Song Lam Nghe An can completely use Olaha in the match against Viettel in the 13th round of V.League. Coincidentally, Olaha's return will be at Hang Day Stadium. This Nigerian striker certainly wants to forget the nightmare at this stadium to redeem himself.

The opportunity is even clearer for Olaha and his teammates when Viettel's captain Bui Tien Dung is injured and it is unknown when he will return, and his partner Nguyen Thanh Binh is also in fluctuating form. The poor performance of the defense is also the reason why the defending champion has not been successful since the return of V.League (lost 4/7 matches).

Olaha practices with his Song Lam Nghe An teammates. Photo courtesy: Duc Anh

The victory over Nam Dinh and the return of Olaha is a great spiritual medicine for coach Huy Hoang's team. The coach from Nghia Dan will have more options in terms of personnel in the match. After 9 matches in V.League 2022, Olaha has scored 2 goals and had 2 assists. He is one of the players who left the most impression on the Nghe team this season. The contributions ofOlahavery important in the tactical system of the Nghe An team's coaching staff. In addition to playing well in every position on the attack line, Olaha also has a certain understanding with other teammates at Song Lam Nghe An. Besides, the Nigerian striker's active participation in defense also helps his teammates below to reduce the pressure from the opponent.

With new foreign player Mario also quickly integrating into the team's general playing style, he promises to be the one to connect the trio on the attack line of Song Lam Nghe An. Olaha, Oseni andPhan Van Duccould benefit greatly from the creative passing of this Spanish midfielder.

Facing a Viettel team with poor form, the match on Friday will be a great opportunity for Olaha to make up for their mistakes at Hang Day Stadium./.