Two Brazilian forwards bring great news to Coach Kim Sang Sik and the Vietnam national team.

The joint goal-scoring efforts of Geovane and Hoàng Hên in the 13th round of the V.League provide additional attacking choices anticipated for the Vietnam team ahead of their game with Malaysia.

Round 13 of the 2025/26 V.League showcased the brilliance of two Brazil-born strikers who have drawn special attention from Vietnamese fans. Wearing the Ninh Bình FC jersey, Geovane Magno made his mark with a stunning free-kick goal, while Hoàng Hên continued his impressive form by scoring for Hà Nội FC.

In the match against HAGL, although Ninh Bình FC narrowly lost, Geovane’s explosive moment remained the standout highlight. The left-footed free-kick shot from outside the penalty area by the 1994-born forward demonstrated his technical skill and composure at crucial moments when the team needed a goal to stay competitive.

Unlike Geovane—who is still awaiting the completion of his naturalization process—Hoàng Hên has already acquired Vietnamese citizenship and is currently enjoying the peak of his season. The Hà Nội FC striker scored again in round 13 against Hải Phòng, extending his streak of involvement in goal-scoring plays. His intelligent positioning, smart movement, and confidence make him an increasingly reliable attacking weapon.

The two goals, both scored by Brazil-born players in the same round, carry special significance for Coach Kim Sang Sik. As the Vietnam national team seeks stronger attacking options, Hoàng Hên’s legal readiness and Geovane’s pending naturalization raise clear hopes for the forward line.

If all of Geovane’s paperwork is completed on schedule, the Vietnam national team could significantly boost its strength ahead of the match against Malaysia in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers on March 31 at Thiên Trường Stadium. The presence of two Brazil-born forwards, each with a distinct style, promises to add variety and unpredictability to Vietnam’s attack.