Three CAHN stars send positive signals to coach Kim Sang-sik

Nguyen Filip becomes a hero at the Southeast Asian Cup. Photo: CAHN .

After 120 breathless minutes in the second leg of the Southeast Asian Cup final against Buriram United, CAHN drew 3-3 with their opponents. In the penalty shootout, they lost to the Thai representative with a score of 2-3, regretfully missing out on the championship.

However, in that failure, there were still names that left their mark, becoming rare bright spots and a positive signal sent to coach Kim Sang-sik.

Among the impressive players, Cao Pendant Quang Vinh is the most prominent name thanks to his stable and energetic performance since the beginning of the season. In just the last 5 matches of CAHN, the Vietnamese-American defender contributed 2 goals and 2 assists.

But what makes Quang Vinh valuable is not only the numbers but also his modern football mindset, comprehensive attack and defense, impressive speed and excellent covering ability.

One of Quang Vinh's most impressive moments came in the second leg of the Southeast Asian Cup final. In the 20th minute, Theerathon Bunmathan sent a precise pass for Sasalak to enter the penalty area and cross dangerously. The ball hit Hugo Gomes' foot, changed direction and drifted across Nguyen Filip's goal. With two Buriram strikers waiting at the far post, Quang Vinh sprinted, slid and cleared the ball right on the goal line. The move was no different from a life-saving goal.

Cao Pendant Quang Vinh is in impressive form. Photo: CAHN.

Quang Vinh's dynamism helps CAHN's three-center-back defense system operate smoothly. His ability to join the attack, expand the flanks and coordinate with the midfield is very suitable for the ball control philosophy that coach Kim Sang-sik is aiming for the Vietnam team in the future. Most importantly, Quang Vinh has Vietnamese citizenship and is waiting for the opportunity to contribute to the country's football.

Below, Tran Dinh Trong is gradually regaining his peak after a long injury. The central defender born in 1997 is gradually regaining his familiar image, a smart, cold and disciplined "steel shield".

Playing in the center of a three-man defense, Dinh Trong not only ensures solidity but is also often the one who initiates situations, supporting Hugo Gomes and Bui Hoang Viet Anh to advance. He makes good judgments, chooses the right positions and always makes timely decisions. This is necessary when facing teams with speed and strong pressing.

Dinh Trong recreates his peak in every match. Photo: CAHN.

In the context of Malaysia's "Westernization" with many naturalized players and an unpleasant physical playing style, Dinh Trong can absolutely be a valuable option, at least in matches that require high tactical calculation.

As for Nguyen Filip, after many doubts about his expertise and form, he is also "in form". In the last 10 matches on 3 fronts, the Vietnamese goalkeeper kept a clean sheet in 4 matches. In the second leg of the Southeast Asian Cup final, he made 14 saves, many times causing Buriram United's attack to "explode".

In the penalty shootout, Nguyen Filip successfully blocked the opponent's shot twice. But that could not "carry the team", because his teammates missed 3 times.

Putting aside his sadness at Chang Arena, the goalkeeper born in 1992 proved to everyone how experienced and brave he is in big matches. He has quick reflexes, reasonable entry and exit, and good footwork. These are strengths that are in line with the trend of modern football.

Nguyen Filip's performance in the past matches deserves recognition. His current form has somewhat heated up the competition for a starting position in the Vietnam national team.

Quang Vinh, Dinh Trong and Nguyen Filip are all in peak form, have international experience and are confident in big matches. They not only bring quality tactical options, but can also be a solution to help the Vietnamese team renew itself.

The Vietnam team is entering a crucial phase where change must be accompanied by efficiency. Quang Vinh, Nguyen Filip and Dinh Trong have sent clear signals.

On the morning of May 22, coach Kim Sang-sik announced the list of players for the Vietnam national team to compete with Malaysia in the Asian Cup qualifiers, including Quang Vinh and Nguyen Filip. Dinh Trong has not yet convinced the Korean coach, but that is not the end. With what he has shown, this central defender has every right to hope to return to the national team.

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