Will coach Troussier help Quang Hai regain his best form?

1 goal in 8 matches in V-League 2023 is not an impressive statistic for Nguyen Quang Hai in the Hanoi Police Club shirt.

In fact, scoring goals has never been Quang Hai's strong point, even when the 26-year-old star reached his peak form at Hanoi FC. Specifically, Quang Hai only scored about 8 to 12 goals per season when he was at his peak (from the 2018 to 2020 V-League season). Quang Hai's strong point is his ability to create breakthroughs thanks to his clever and skillful ball handling, as well as his good coordination with teammates to help Hanoi FC as well as the Vietnamese national team have lightning-fast and effective attacks.

However, while playing for Hanoi Police Club, Quang Hai has not yet reached the ideal state to demonstrate the above strengths.

Quang Hai in Hanoi Police Club jersey

Quang Hai still has good handling, quick coordination and passes to teammates. Gustavo's valuable equalizer against Thanh Hoa FC in the final round of V-League had Quang Hai's mark, when the player wearing the number 18 shirt accurately crossed the ball with his left foot. Towards the end of the season, Quang Hai played better and better, when he understood the movements of his teammates to "match" the rhythm.

However, to return to his previous high form, the player from Dong Anh still has a long way to go. Tearing apart the opponent's defense with a kick, or penetrating the penalty area to finish,... those are the images that made Quang Hai's brand in the past, but now cannot appear regularly.

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One of Quang Hai's problems at Hanoi Police Club is having to play in many different positions, from central midfielder to winger, while Quang Hai is most dangerous when playing in the attacking midfielder position on the wing, moving freely from the wing to the center and exploiting gaps between the opposing defenders.

Quang Hai in a friendly match with Syria

Being forced into a position too far from the goal and not understanding his teammates made Quang Hai have a bad start, then gradually got into the rhythm. Quang Hai's tactical vision as well as his handling of the game are still at a high level, the problem is finding the right system to promote his ability.

In the Vietnam national team, coach Troussier still prioritizes Quang Hai's creative role, as well as creating a link between the midfield and the forwards. The French coach shared: "Quang Hai is very important, he has scored important goals at key moments. What Quang Hai needs is confidence. In the coming training process, I hope he will get into the rhythm and perform well."

Proof of Mr. Troussier's belief in Quang Hai is that the 26-year-old midfielder was given the opportunity to show his ability in the two matches against Hong Kong and Syria. Coach Troussier arranged a midfield with players who are good at recovering and distributing the ball, aiming to circulate the ball best for Quang Hai to handle. The player born in 1997 was promoted to play closer to the penalty area and made a clear mark in the tactical operation, especially in the match against the Syrian team in June.

Quang Hai created no less than 3 clear chances for his teammates to score in this match. Remember, that was the time when Quang Hai did not have the best feeling for the ball. After 3 months of playing regularly, the player from Dong Anh was able to return with a better version.

Quang Hai is gradually catching up

The key factor for Quang Hai to play well is to be in harmony with his teammates' movements, as well as have the confidence to make bolder and more unpredictable moves. Quang Hai of 3 months ago often prioritized safe passing situations, connecting the lines more than through balls or creating breakthroughs.

Now, with improved ball feel and physical strength, coupled with the ball control style that coach Troussier has built, it promises to create a more comfortable space for the attacking players, hopefully Quang Hai can break through.

The Vietnamese team needs Quang Hai to regain his best form to complete the squad for the unpredictable challenges in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

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