Despite Cong Phuong's absence, Binh Phuoc still won an important match.

The National First Division returned after the Lunar New Year and witnessed a remarkable match between Long An and Binh Phuoc. Coach Nguyen Anh Duc had the opportunity to meet his old team again and he faced many difficulties. Nguyen Cong Phuong was injured before the Lunar New Year and could not return to the field.

Without the striker born in 1995, Binh Phuoc's attacks were not very effective. They mainly relied on set pieces and quick counter-attacks. On the contrary, Long An also made Binh Phuoc's goal unstable. Unfortunately, the home team's strikers could not take advantage of the opportunity and make a difference. Missing the moment to score, Long An soon paid a heavy price.

Teammates celebrate the goal and pay tribute to Cong Phuong.

In the 30th minute, from a corner kick from a teammate, taking advantage of Long An's shaky defense, Luu Tu Nhan leaned over and beautifully hooked the ball to open the score for Binh Phuoc. Teammates celebrated with Cong Phuong's shirt when he was not able to play.

However, this goal did not give Binh Phuoc an advantage over Long An. The home team stuck to a solid defensive style and waited for their opponents to make mistakes. This tactic soon took effect in the second half.

In the 48th minute, Long An equalized. Nhu Y received the ball from his teammate and passed goalkeeper Tan Truong before scoring the equalizer 1-1 for the home team.

Long An even had another chance to take the lead. Nguyen Van Van faced Tan Truong but his backheel shot turned into a poor finish. The former HAGL midfielder could only blame himself because Binh Phuoc immediately scored. In the 79th minute, Nguyen Khanh finished close to the goal, making it 2-1 for the away team.

With 3 points, Binh Phuoc temporarily rose to the top of the rankings when Phu Dong Ninh Binh played later.

Mai Phuong

Source: https://vtcnews.vn/cong-phuong-vang-mat-binh-phuoc-van-thang-tran-quan-trong-ar924691.html