Công Phượng's team receives bad news before the crucial match

Công Phượng's Dong Nai Club enters Round 13 of the National First Division without two key pillars, Nguyễn Hữu Tuấn and Lưu Tự Nhân, due to suspension.

Before Round 13 of the 2025/2026 National First Division, Công Phượng's Dong Nai Club faces a severe loss in personnel. Two crucial pillars, central defender Nguyễn Hữu Tuấn and midfielder Lưu Tự Nhân, will be absent as they have accumulated the required number of disciplinary cards. This presents a major challenge for Coach Nguyễn Việt Thắng's team in maintaining their top position.

Dong Nai's next match takes place at 18:00 on April 4 at Bình Phước Stadium, against PVF-CAND Youth. This is an important match that directly impacts the race for the top spot, while also testing the strength and stability of the home team without two key tactical components.

Nguyễn Hữu Tuấn has played all 12 matches this season, while Lưu Tự Nhân has played 11 matches and contributed 2 goals. Both are crucial links in Coach Nguyễn Việt Thắng's tactical system, especially in organizing defense and supporting attack. Their absence will undoubtedly affect Dong Nai's cohesion and gameplay effectiveness.

Previously, Công Phượng's team also suffered a major loss in attack when key striker Nguyễn Công Phượng had to miss the entire season due to a cartilage tear injury. Without this important player, Dong Nai's offensive strength significantly decreased, forcing Coach Nguyễn Việt Thắng to seek alternative solutions.

Besides personnel difficulties, Dong Nai also received a penalty from VPF. The club was fined 2 million VND because 5 players received yellow cards in the match against Khánh Hòa in Round 12. This penalty adds further psychological pressure on the team before the decisive round, as they must both compete and ensure discipline to avoid further violations.

Despite facing many difficulties, Dong Nai still leads the table with 28 points, 6 points ahead of the second-placed team. This gap provides a certain advantage, but the pressure to maintain form and win continuously is significant. The match against PVF-CAND Youth will be a measure of the team's adaptability without its key pillars.