Responding to the press, Hoang Duc frankly admitted that his decision to play in the First Division 2024-2025 was partly due to Phu Dong Ninh Binh's ambition to be promoted. Besides, it was a financial issue to take care of himself and his family.
Although there are many conflicting opinions surrounding Hoang Duc's deal, the midfielder's frank sharing is somewhat viewed positively. Because financial issues are always the decisive factor, and also the destination for every professional player. For Hoang Duc, this is also his first transfer contract compared to his teammates of the same age.
The First Division does not have the same high quality and fierce competition as the V.League. Hoang Duc and his teammates such as Van Lam, Thanh Thinh, Quoc Viet, Thanh Binh… will have an easier time with the goal of bringing the team up to the top. If Phu Dong Ninh Binh is promoted to the V.League next season, the current Vietnamese Golden Ball will realize the goal.
Phu Dong Ninh Binh invested heavily with the goal of promotion, but this year's First Division still has Binh Phuoc or PVF-CAND who are equally ambitious. 1.5 places to play in V.League next season also brings high competition between teams. This forces the stars to also play effectively.
Hoang Duc himself understands this well. He is one of the most notable stars of the tournament. This midfielder is also one of the best players in Vietnamese football at the moment. Hoang Duc's form and performance in each match will be of particular interest to fans.
Hoang Duc not only strives for the promotion goal of Phu Dong Ninh Binh, he also has to maintain his form to join the Vietnam team towards the ASEAN Cup. He needs to score points in the eyes of coach Kim Sang-sik, in order to get an official position in the national team.
Hoang Duc has made a decision that will be a turning point in his career. He will have to know how to overcome pressure and challenges to prove his worth.
