Match review Hanoi FC vs Ninh Binh, 7:15 p.m. October 18: A difficult test for Harry Kewell

VHO - Commenting on the match between Hanoi FC vs Ninh Binh, round 7 of V.League, it will not be easy for the former Australian player to win in his debut match when the opponent on the other side is very tough.

Hanoi FC vs Ninh Binh performance

The highlight of round 7 of V.League 2025/26 must be the fierce battle at Hang Day between Hanoi FC and Ninh Binh .

After a disappointing start, coach Makoto Teguramori was forced to leave.

Temporarily replacing the Japanese strategist is compatriot Yusuke Adachi, who has just moved in as technical director.

Under the leadership of the coach born in 1961, the capital team has shown signs of improvement.

In the 3 times they played since changing the coach, Hanoi FC has never tasted defeat, winning 2 times.

Thanks to that, from the bottom of the table, the former V.League champion has risen to 6th place, only 6 points behind the top spot held by Ninh Binh.

If they win the hottest match of round 7, Hanoi FC will significantly narrow the gap with the top 4 teams.

But that is no longer the main task of Mr. Yusuke Adachi. Currently, the Hang Day team has decided to appoint Harry Kewell to the hot seat.

The Australian strategist is a very famous face, having once dominated the Premier League with Leeds and Liverpool.

After hanging up his boots, the 47-year-old former player worked as a coach at several lower-division teams in the foggy island nation, before accepting to lead Yokohama F. Marinos in the 2023-2024 period.

In terms of coaching, Kewell has not yet created much buzz compared to when he was playing.

Therefore, the coaching talent of the handsome Australian coach is still a big question mark, even though he arrived at Hang Day with many great expectations.

In his debut match, Kewell will have to go through an unpleasant challenge.

Despite having home field advantage, Hanoi FC promises to face many difficulties against guests Ninh Binh, the team that is proudly holding the top position.

Will Hoang Duc and his teammates continue their unbeaten streak? (Photo: VPF)

After 6 rounds, the rookie from the ancient capital Hoa Lu has yet to taste defeat, with 4 wins and 2 draws.

Mr. Thuy's heavy investments in the past 2 years have truly turned Ninh Binh into a new force in Vietnamese football, ready to compete for the championship with big names like Nam Dinh , CAHN, and The Cong.

However, the team, having just returned to the highest arena, still has to face certain difficulties.

In the last two rounds, Ninh Binh could no longer find the smile of victory. The team under coach Gerard Albadalejo drew with Hai Phong (2-2) and The Cong (1-1).

The signs of slowing down have caused Ninh Binh to be closed in by the opponents behind. Even if they win the make-up match, CAHN will be the team holding the top position, because they are currently only 1 point behind Ninh Binh but have played 1 less match.

The match at Hang Day promises to be unpredictable, but thanks to the more stable squad, the possibility of the away team returning with at least 1 point is completely possible.

Team information Hanoi FC vs Ninh Binh

Hanoi FC: Midfielder Hendrio (Do Hoang Hen) has just completed the procedure to become a Vietnamese citizen so he can play as a domestic player.

Ninh Binh: Chau Ngoc Quang is absent due to injury. Midfielder Geovane is also out due to suspension.

Expected lineup Hanoi FC vs Ninh Binh

Hanoi FC: Van Hoang, Xuan Manh, Thanh Chung, Duy Manh, Cong Nhat, Hoang Hen, Williams, Luiz Fernando, Tuan Hai, Van Quyet, Daniel Passira

Ninh Binh: Van Lam, Thanh Thinh, Patrick Marcelino, Quang Nho, Ngoc Bao, Bao Toan, Duc Chien, Hoang Duc, Quoc Viet, Gustavo Henrique, Daniel

Prediction: 1-1

Source: https://baovanhoa.vn/the-thao/nhan-dinh-tran-dau-ha-noi-fc-vs-ninh-binh-19h15-ngay-1810-bai-kiem-tra-kho-cho-harry-kewell-175465.html