Dinh Bac is the perfect piece that brings CAHN Club closer to the championship trophy.

As the V-League 2025/26 race enters its decisive phase, Dinh Bac proves his worth by shining at the right moment to help Hanoi Police Club move closer to the championship. The rise of the Vietnamese U23 forward not only fills the gap left by Alan Grafite but also opens up the prospect of a historic season.

In football, timing is as crucial as talent. For Dinh Bac, his breakthrough inRound 17 of V-League 2025/26is the clearest evidence.

As the championship race gradually concludes,the forward born in 2004chose the right moment to make his mark, delivering an energetic and effective performance, helping Hanoi Police Club defeat SHB Da Nang.

Two goals after 15 matches is not an overly impressive number compared to top scorers. But what makes Dinh Bac special lies in the value of those goals.

It is not just about scoring; it confirms that Coach Alexandre Polking's trust has been placed correctly.

In the context where Alan Grafite (the top scorer with 14 goals in 12 matches) continuously faces injury issues, the pressure on the attack falls heavily on the remaining forwards. Dinh Bac has stepped up to become a pillar for the team.

This rise becomes even more meaningful as it helps fans temporarily forget the longing for Alan Grafite. The Brazilian forward remains excellent and a threat to every defense, but his instability due to injuries has allowedDinh Bacto speak up. The 22-year-old striker is showing he can take on that role, at least during the decisive phase.

We cannot overlook the satellites around Dinh Bac. Coach Polking has many stars and is still ensuring Hanoi Police Club operates smoothly.

Quang Hai continues to play the role of "conductor", maintaining rhythm and constructing the playstyle. In the Round 17 win against SHB Da Nang, Quang Hai suffered an injury after a collision with Que Ngoc Hai, causing concern among many.

The Round 17 victory gives Dinh Bac and his teammates 44 points, creating a 10-point gap over second-place Viettel. This gap does not guarantee the championship, but it is clearly a huge advantage with only 9 rounds remaining.

The ambition of Coach Polking and his team does not stop at winning the title. Hanoi Police Club also aims to break the record of winning the championship 5 rounds early set by Hanoi FC in 2018 (the season when Quang Hai and Van Hau were still with Hanoi FC). Achieving this would not only mean a championship but also affirm their dominant position.

After the match, Dinh Bac humbly shared: "I am very happy and thank my teammates and coaching staff for their support. We have 9 matches left and will focus on each one. In football, nothing can be predicted." This statement shows the maturity of a young player, not swept up by momentary glory, but maintaining necessary focus.

Football always holds surprises, and the future journey of Hanoi Police Club certainly cannot be predicted. But with their current form and the timely rise of Dinh Bac, Coach Polking's team holds every advantage to recreate the championship feat of 2023.