Xuan Son shone brightly, helping Nam Dinh defeat Ninh Binh 3-2, ending their 10-match winless streak.
Striker Xuan Son officially ended his goal drought in the V-League, making a significant contribution to Nam Dinh's 3-2 victory over Ninh Binh on the day coach Vu Hong Viet returned to the hot seat.
Nam Dinh FC's 10-match winless streak officially ended after a dramatic 3-2 victory against Ninh Binh at Thien Truong Stadium. On a day when pressure weighed heavily on both the players and coaching staff, star player Xuan Son stepped up at the right moment to secure three valuable points, marking a promising start to coach Vu Hong Viet's new tenure.
Suffocating pressure at Thien Truong Stadium
Before kick-off, the atmosphere at Thien Truong Stadium was gloomy. A streak of 10 consecutive matches without a win had plunged the reigning champions into a serious crisis. The inevitable consequence was a change on the coaching bench, with coach Vu Hong Viet being invited back to replace Mauro Jeronimo in the hope of salvaging the sinking ship.
The spotlight is on Xuan Son. This striker is experiencing two contrasting sides: a spectacular performance in the Southeast Asian Champions League with 7 goals in 3 matches, but complete silence in the last 4 rounds of the V-League. The pressure to rediscover his killer instinct in the domestic league is an immense challenge for this forward.
Star power and a psychological release.
The match unfolded with a tense scenario as both teams constantly exchanged attacks. However, Xuan Son's class made the difference. His crucial goal not only secured a narrow 3-2 victory but also served as a morale booster, relieving all the tension for the Nam Dinh team.
Speaking after the match, Xuan Son couldn't hide his relief:"It feels great. Although the results recently haven't been as we'd hoped, my teammates and I have always tried our best. I know our current ranking isn't great, but Nam Dinh FC is committed to fighting and striving in every upcoming match."The return of confidence from their star striker is incredibly good news for the fans of the white-shirted team.
The rankings have changed.
This victory is not only significant in terms of morale but also directly improves Nam Dinh's position in the overall standings. With the 3 points earned, Nam Dinh Steel temporarily rose to 10th place, rekindling hopes of a breakthrough in the second half of the season. After the match, coach Vu Hong Viet also praised his favorite player for scoring at the right time when the team needed him most.
Conversely, a third consecutive defeat is plunging Ninh Binh FC deeper into crisis. This loss also indirectly caused upheaval at the top of the table, allowing The Cong Viettel to officially take second place.
