Will Dinh Bac be awarded the Golden Ball?

Dinh Bac is a prominent name in Vietnamese football today. Photo: Minh Chien .

Nguyen Dinh Bac is gradually moving beyond the image of a promising young talent to become a highly influential figure in Vietnamese football. What Nguyen Dinh Bac has shown in the U22 Vietnam team recently is not simply about high performance, but opens up a bigger story.

This presents an opportunity to compete for the Vietnamese Golden Ball in the near future. Two consecutive matches in the SEA Games 33 group stage, both times being voted "Man of the Match," are enough to show the growing influence of the striker currently playing for Hanoi Police FC.

Against U22 Malaysia, Dinh Bac was directly involved in both goals. From the precise cross that led to Hieu Minh's opening goal, to his burst of speed that disrupted the defense before delivering a perfect cross for Minh Phuc, everything demonstrated the all-around play of the 2004-born player. Prior to that, his brace against U22 Laos clearly showcased Dinh Bac's individual prowess when his team was struggling.

Trusted by coach Kim Sang-sik to play as the furthest forward in a three-forward formation, Dinh Bac not only plays a goal-scoring role. He frequently drifts to the left, stretching the opposing defense and creating space for the second line to surge forward. His intelligent movement, good observation skills, and sharp passes have made him the best playmaker for the Vietnam U22 team after two matches.

Dinh Bac shines at the SEA Games 33. Photo: Minh Chien.

At the club level, Dinh Bac's impact is also undeniable. His decisive goal against Thep Xanh Nam Dinh , securing the National Super Cup, and his strike that eliminated Beijing Guoan in the AFC Champions League Two, demonstrate his ability to shine at crucial moments. The fact that coach Alexandre Polking regularly uses Dinh Bac is clear recognition of his professional value.

For a player who is only 21 years old, that's a remarkable achievement. If he continues to maintain his form, stay consistent, and shine in major tournaments, it's not an exaggeration to say that the Vietnamese Golden Ball award could very well go to Dinh Bac in the future.

In the race for the 2025 Vietnamese Golden Ball, Dinh Bac still has a chance to break through if he leads the U22 Vietnam team to victory at the SEA Games 33. Even if he can't reach the most prestigious title, the young striker can make his mark by winning the "Most Popular Player" award, directly voted on by the audience.

Source: https://znews.vn/qua-bong-vang-goi-ten-dinh-bac-post1611075.html