Ninh Binh Club had a favorable start in V.League 2026-2027 with a 4-1 victory over Hai Phong, but coach Chu Dinh Nghiem's team recorded two injuries for Nguyen Hoang Duc and Tran Thanh Trung.
According to an announcement from Ninh Binh, Hoang Duc is being treated for a groin muscle injury sustained in the ASEAN Cup 2026 final. This midfielder is recovering at the club under the supervision of the medical department. The treatment process is making positive progress, but the time of returning to play has not been determined.
Meanwhile, Thanh Trung suffered back thigh muscle pain in the 2nd half of the match against Hai Phong. This player was taken for an MRI scan immediately after the match to determine the extent of the injury. According to initial assessment, Thanh Trung needs about 10 days of treatment and recovery before being re-examined.
Previously, in the opening match of the V.League on the evening of September 5, coach Chu Dinh Nghiem did not use Hoang Duc because this midfielder had just returned from the national team.
The away team took the initiative in the early period but could not take advantage of the opportunities. Hai Phong suddenly took the lead in the 40th minute with Makaric's goal after a quick counter-attack.
Ninh Binh FC changed their playing style in the 2nd half. Lucao equalized in the 51st minute before Thanh Trung assisted Le Phat to put the away team ahead just 3 minutes later. However, after this situation, Thanh Trung had a muscle problem and had to leave the field.
Ninh Binh continued to control the game in the remaining time. Lucao continued to score two more goals in the 72nd and 90+1 minutes, completing a hat-trick and sealing a 4-1 victory for the away team.
