In a riveting match of the V-League’s 10th round, Hanoi FC emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing the prowess of Denilson, Nguyen Hai Long, and Nguyen Van Quyet. This victory marks a significant step for the capital club in their journey through the league, underlining their potential and ambition.
Post-match, Coach Daiki Iwamasa, the strategic mind behind Hanoi FC’s recent success, reflected on the team’s performance and areas for growth. While the win added crucial points to their league standing, Iwamasa stressed the importance of continual improvement to compete at higher levels, both domestically and internationally.
Iwamasa’s insights into the quality of Vietnamese players shed light on the potential for international play, particularly in Japan. Praising their skill in ball control and passing, he suggested that while the top tier of Japanese football, the J1 League, presents a formidable challenge, the J.League 3 would be a more fitting arena for Vietnamese talent. This assessment underscores the need for Vietnamese football to elevate its standards to foster players capable of competing on international stages.
The Japanese coach’s call to action extends beyond player development to the very infrastructure of Vietnamese football. Emphasizing the need to enhance the V-League’s quality through better facilities and more competitive match play, Iwamasa’s vision for Vietnamese football is clear: to bridge the gap to international standards, particularly those of Japanese football.
Although Iwamasa is relatively new to Vietnam and reserves judgment on the youth training system, his message is unequivocal. The rapid advancement of the V-League is essential for keeping pace with global football trends and ensuring Vietnamese talent does not lag behind.
As Hanoi FC continues its campaign in the V-League, the words of Coach Iwamasa resonate as a blueprint for the future – a future where Vietnamese football not only competes but excels on the international stage.
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