After the first 2 matches, The Cong Viettel has shown quite impressive performance, worthy of the expectations from fans. They shared points with strong opponent Hanoi Police 1-1 in the opening match. In round 2, coach Velizar Popov's team defeated Ho Chi Minh City Police with a score of 3-0.
Initially, coach Popov has found a satisfactory framework with factors such as Bui Tien Dung, Truong Tien Anh, Van Viet, Viet Tu, Khuat Van Khang, Lucao, Pedro Henrique... The Cong Viettel's strength is their solid, persistent playing style and many attacking options.
However, The Cong Viettel also has a small weakness in that they still miss many opportunities. Welcoming Becamex HCMC at home, Khuat Van Khang and his teammates have many opportunities to win, because they are considered much superior in terms of strength and playing style.
Becamex HCMC shows that they have a lot of work to do if they want to be in the top half of the rankings this season. After the opening match against Hoang Anh Gia Lai 3-0, coach Nguyen Anh Duc's team immediately suffered a 0-3 loss to Hanoi Police.
Becamex HCMC's current squad does not have many notable players. Playing style also takes time to become more cohesive. For them, winning a point at Hang Day Stadium against The Cong Viettel at this time is also a success.
Last season, The Cong Viettel defeated Becamex HCMC twice with a score of 1-0 (home) and 2-1 (away). In the last 5 meetings, The Cong Viettel also has an outstanding head-to-head record with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss.
The Cong Viettel vs Becamex HCMC match will take place at 7:15 p.m. on August 30.
Expected lineup:
The Cong Viettel: Van Viet, Tien Anh, Tien Dung, Colonna Kyle, Tuan Tai, Van Khang, Viet Tu, Nhat Nam, Wesley, Lucao, Pedro Henrique.
Becamex HCMC: Minh Toan; Minh Trong, Adriano Schmidt, Zlatkovic Milos, Tung Quoc, Khac Vu, Phan Thanh Hau, Hugo Alves, Tuan Tai, Ogochukwu, Le Minh Binh.
Prediction: The Cong Viettel 3-0 Becamex HCMC.
