Pre-match information
The Cong Viettel has maintained stable form in recent times. In the last 6 rounds of the V.League, the soldier team has won 5 matches and only drawn 1 match, thereby maintaining the second position in the group with 38 points, 7 points behind Cong An Ha Noi in the context of 8 rounds left.
Despite the positive results, The Cong Viettel is facing difficulties when coach Velizar Popov is banned from directing for 4 matches, and fitness coach Wagner Ellwanger is also absent due to suspension. The lack of direct direction from the technical area may affect the ability to adjust tactics in the upcoming matches, especially when the next schedule has many competitors.
In the opposite direction, Hoang Anh Gia Lai just ended a series of poor matches with a victory over Thep Xanh Nam Dinh away from home. This result helps the Mountain Town team create a gap of 5-6 points compared to the bottom group. However, the challenge for them in this round is quite big when they have to play away against The Cong Viettel.
In terms of force, The Cong Viettel continues to be missing central defender Bui Tien Dung due to injury, but the remaining positions are still guaranteed. The attack with Lucao and Pedro Henrique maintains efficiency, while the midfield and defense maintain balance.
Hoang Anh Gia Lai welcomes the return of some players after suspension, but against a better-organized and more experienced opponent, their ability to create surprises is not high.
