Welcoming Hoang Anh Gia Lai at Hang Day Stadium in the 2023/2024 National Cup qualifying round, coach Gong Oh-kyun made many adjustments to the starting lineup of Hanoi Police.

Besides the pillars Tan Tai, Tan Sinh, Viet Anh, Geovane... the Korean strategist also puts his trust in young players like Ha Van Phuong, La Nguyen Bao Trung, Pham Gia Hung.

The reigning V.League champions dominated the early stages of the match with their combinations from both flanks, but they did not have any clear chances. Surprisingly, Hoang Anh Gia Lai was the team that opened the scoring.

In the 14th minute, from a ball development situation from midfield, Dinh Thanh Binh overcame Tan Sinh's tackle before crossing for Chau Ngoc Quang to run up and finish beautifully diagonally.

The early loss made it difficult for Hanoi Police to develop their playing style, and at times the defense lacked concentration.

The Hang Day home team almost conceded a second goal after a precise combination between Jhon Cley and Thanh Binh in the penalty area. However, the striker born in 1998 unfortunately sent the ball wide of the post.

In the 36th minute, from a free kick, Bui Hoang Viet Anh headed the ball close to the goal, the ball bounced out and Ho Ngoc Thang easily tapped the ball into the net, leveling the score 1-1.

In the second half, Hanoi Police maintained the initiative, continuously advancing to approach the opponent's goal. In the 74th minute, Geovane fired a powerful shot but could not get past goalkeeper Duong Van Loi. However, the away team's goalkeeper pushed the ball right to Jeferson's position and this foreign player finished decisively, helping Hanoi Police take the lead 2-1.

Hoang Anh Gia Lai tried to coordinate and create some quick counter-attacks, but luck still did not smile on the away team.

The 2-1 victory helped Hanoi Police Club win a ticket to the 1/8 round of the 2023-2024 National Cup and face The Cong Viettel.

Mai Phuong