Liverpool legend unexpectedly compares Hanoi FC training ground to Wembley

Coach Harry Kewell draws attention by revealing his satisfaction with the "Wembley-standard" training pitch at Hanoi FC and being deeply impressed by the players' forward-looking attitude.

After six months leading Hanoi FC, Coach Harry Kewell is showing rapid adaptation to the Vietnamese football environment, while consistently offering interesting perspectives about the capital city team in his shares with international media.

The former Liverpool and Leeds United star said the period before coming to Vietnam was not easy, as he spent over a year and a half without managing any team after leaving Yokohama F.Marinos. However, the opportunity at Hanoi FC opened a new, inspiring journey for the Australian strategist.

Speaking about his experience in Southeast Asia, Coach Harry Kewell expressed surprise at what he directly perceived. “When you see things on TV or in movies, everything looks fantastic. But when you personally come, experience, feel, breathe, and live with it, it's completely a different story,” he shared.

On the pitch, Hanoi FC is also undergoing a clear transformation under the Australian coach. From a mid-table position when he first took over, the team has improved its form to climb into the leading group, while being among the teams with the most effective attack in V.League.

The most notable point in Harry Kewell's recent statements comes from his assessment of the club's facilities. He couldn't hide his satisfaction when talking about the training conditions the team possesses: “The club listened to what I requested. My training pitch now is like Wembley. I have two pitches in perfect condition.”

Besides the facilities, the progressive spirit of Hanoi FC players is also a factor that strongly impressed the Australian coach. He emphasized: “What I really like is the attitude of the players and the club. They are eager to learn and ready to push themselves to a new level.” For him, this professionalism and receptive spirit are the foundation for the team to aim for bigger goals in the future.

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