Playing away at Ho Chi Minh City Police's stadium, the Thanh Hoa team will need to put in great effort if they want to secure any points.
Dong A Thanh Hoa enters their away match against Ho Chi Minh City Police with boosted confidence after an emotional draw against the reigning champions Nam Dinh. This result is not only valuable in terms of points but also significantly lifts the morale of the Thanh Hoa squad during a turbulent period.
However, the challenge for Thanh Hoa in this round is far from easy. Ho Chi Minh City Police have shown consistent form since the start of the season and currently hold 5th place in the standings. Under coach Le Huynh Duc’s leadership, the home team demonstrates balanced gameplay and makes good use of their home advantage.
Regarding squad strength, Ho Chi Minh City Police are considered slightly superior with a quality and experienced roster including players like Tien Linh, Quoc Cuong, and goalkeeper Patrik Le Giang. The team's depth and stable performance give the Police side many advantages before kickoff.
Facing an away game against a well-performing opponent, Thanh Hoa is expected to face significant difficulties if they want to earn points. The Thanh Hoa team must maintain their resilient spirit and minimize errors to create an upset against Ho Chi Minh City Police.
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