U23 Vietnam star makes strong statement before decisive match for V.League spot

Prior to the playoff match with Bac Ninh FC, central defender Pham Ly Duc stated that PVF-CAND had made thorough preparations and would compete with more than 100% commitment to earn promotion to V.League.

The playoff match for the V.League 2026/27 spot between PVF-CAND and Bac Ninh FC has become the center of attention in Vietnamese football. With only one match left to decide the fate of the entire season, both teams enter the clash with the highest determination. Before kickoff, center-back Pham Ly Duc, on behalf of PVF-CAND, asserted a strong fighting spirit to realize the dream of participating in the highest domestic football arena.

After a long journey in the First Division, PVF-CAND understands they have no room for mistakes. All their efforts throughout the season will be condensed into 90 minutes on Ha Tinh Stadium. Therefore, the coaching staff and players have prepared meticulously in terms of technique, fitness, and mentality for the most important match of the season.

Sharing before the decisive encounter, Pham Ly Duc said the whole team is maintaining maximum focus and does not allow any complacency. The center-back, who belongs to Hanoi Police Club, emphasized: "For myself and the whole team, PVF-CAND has prepared very thoroughly for this playoff match, taking good care of our health and having a fighting spirit with more than 100% strength to step into the game."

Not only mentally prepared, PVF-CAND also spent a lot of time studying their opponent. Bac Ninh FC is regarded as an ambitious team with quality personnel and the guidance of an experienced strategist. Among the opponents' key players, striker Bruno Cunha is considered the most dangerous spearhead that PVF-CAND's defense must be especially wary of.

Regarding the Brazilian striker, Pham Ly Duc said: "As everyone knows, the dangerous player is Bruno Cunha, who is the target player of Bac Ninh FC. That player is very dangerous and is good at aerial duels and dominating in the air." These assessments show that PVF-CAND has made thorough preparations to minimize the influence of the striker considered the biggest hope on Bac Ninh's side.

Besides tactical factors, team unity remains the most important foundation for PVF-CAND before the historic match. The whole team understands that only cohesion and determination can help them overcome the immense pressure of the game. Addressing the fans who have high expectations, Pham Ly Duc affirmed: "We have promised the supporters and fans that the whole team will try our best to fight and achieve the best result." That is also the strong commitment of PVF-CAND ahead of the decisive moment of the season.