Yonhap newspaper recently published an analysis of striker Cong Phuong in the Incheon United shirt. Korea's leading news site compared the Vietnamese striker to Chang Jin Mun, his teammate used in the opening match against Jeju United.
"Cong Phuong was not chosen as a substitute in Incheon United's 1-1 draw with Jeju United, but instead was Chang Jin Mun, a 25-year-old player. Both of them are similar in speed and ingenuity.
But with the Korean player not playing very effectively, the possibility of an opportunity will come to Cong Phuong.
The striker from Vietnam will create the necessary breakthrough and creativity with great skills, which Incheon United is lacking. It can be seen how this team lacked an attack plan in the opening match. When facing a deadlock, Cong Phuong could be a change worth trying."
A few days ago, Cong Phuong played very well when he was on the field in the official squad of Incheon United in the practice match against Yonsei University. In this match for reserve players and the second team to "warm up", in just 45 minutes of play, Phuong had his own hat-trick in the 8-0 victory.
This performance caught the eye of Incheon United manager Jorn Andersen. In his latest speech, the Norwegian strategist hinted at the possibility of using Cong Phuong for the K-League representative squad.
"I always want to give opportunities to all players, whether old or new. The important thing is that they show diligence, effort and progress.
What I see when the players practice will be part of the assessment of their ability to compete," said Andersen.
In round 2 of K-League 2019, Cong Phuong and his teammates at Incheon United continued to play at home to welcome Gyeongnam 12:00 on March 9.
Notably, Vietnamese audiences will be able to watch Cong Phuong and Incheon United's matches for free on the K-League website (www.kleague.com). This is a "privilege" that has never had a No. 1 tournament in Korea for a club.
