After playing in Japan, will Cong Phuong and his family encounter any difficulties when returning to Vietnam?
- Before I lived in Vietnam, life in Japan was only for a year and a half, so there were not many changes when I returned. Returning to Vietnam is more comfortable with family and friends, while in Japan, there are only wife and children. Many times the couple had to try to adapt to life there.
After a year and a half in Japan, he has integrated very quickly when he returned to Vietnam to compete and score continuously. Did this surprise you?
- I have played in Vietnam before and have scored; as an attacking player, I try to develop myself, contribute to the team's achievements. Whether I score or not, or whether I create goals or not is my responsibility, I have to help the team. Not only me, my teammates all try.
Unable to play for Truong Tuoi Binh Phuoc in the important match against Phu Dong Ninh Binh (round 9 of the 2024-2025 First Division taking place on February 15), is Cong Phuong regretful?
- As a player, of course everyone is eager to play and contribute to their team. I have not fully recovered yet, so it is a pity that I cannot support my team in the match. With my spirit, I always support the team, hoping for the best results.
With Truong Tuoi Binh Phuoc club aiming for promotion, who do you think is the team's most important opponent in this year's tournament?
- This year, I think every match is very important. I think that Binh Phuoc must try their best in each match, not for any opponent. In a multi-match season, if they win each match, the team will achieve the promotion goal.
In this year's First Division race, he is leading the scoring list (4 goals), do you aim to compete for individual titles in your first season back in Vietnam?
- I myself do not really care about my achievements, but I will try to help the club get good results, helping the team get promoted this year. I think that I or other players who score are important, helping the team win every match, every match.
After a long time of not being in the national team, does Cong Phuong still have the desire to contribute and be called back?
- Not just me, every Vietnamese player wants to contribute to the team. Before, I was also in the national team and was also competing in the first division when I just returned, so that is something I need to strive for and show myself more. When the team is promoted to V.League, it is easier
If recalled, what goals will Cong Phuong set?
- Goal of striving to contribute to the national team, achieving the best results.
