Nguyen Cong Phuong is a symbol of Vietnamese football's aspiration and talent with a colorful playing journey and remarkable achievements.

Nguyen Cong Phuong and his journey to conquer the football field

Nguyen Cong Phuong has long been a familiar name to Vietnamese football lovers. With his technical playing style, emotional playing style and relentless efforts, Cong Phuong always knows how to make the audience follow his every step on the field.

Interesting things few people know about Nguyen Cong Phuong

Interesting things few people know about Nguyen Cong Phuong - Source: 33WIN

Not everyone knows that Nguyen Cong Phuong had a difficult time before shining as brightly as he does now. He was born into a farming family in Nghe An, his childhood was associated with rice fields and plastic balls.

It was those years that instilled in Phuong a spirit of diligence, perseverance and a strong passion for football. You may not believe it, but in order to join the HAGL Arsenal JMG academy, Phuong had to hide it from her family, audition by herself, and then overcome thousands of opponents to become one of the few chosen.

Another thing that makes Cong Phuong special is his unique playing style, which is both smooth, skillful and full of surprises. He often leaves his mark with beautiful solo dribbles or daring shots.

Nguyen Cong Phuong's colorful career journey

Summary of Nguyen Cong Phuong's career - Source: 33 WIN

Nguyen Cong Phuong’s football journey was not full of roses but was full of impressions. From when he was a young student at HAGL until he set foot in developed football countries such as Japan, Korea or Belgium, each journey he took left its own bright spot in the history of Vietnamese football.

From HAGL Arsenal JMG training center to professional playground

Cong Phuong's career began at the HAGL Arsenal JMG academy, which has produced a generation of talented players for Vietnamese football. From a young age, Phuong stood out with his outstanding individual technique and tactical thinking.

Impressive performances in U19 tournaments helped him quickly step up to the Hoang Anh Gia Lai first team and become a mainstay very early.

First trip abroad and challenges

In 2016, Nguyen Cong Phuong went to Japan to join Mito Hollyhock, marking a major turning point in his career. Although he did not play much, this trip opened up opportunities for him to compete in a professional football environment, helping to improve his physical strength and competitive mindset.

Despite difficulties in integrating, Cong Phuong still maintains a progressive spirit and a desire to express himself.

Return to V-League and revive form

After returning from Europe, Cong Phuong joined Ho Chi Minh City Club and then HAGL. Here, he showed maturity in his playing style, no longer showing off too much but knowing how to take advantage of opportunities to score goals more effectively.

In the 2021 season, Cong Phuong, along with Van Toan, Xuan Truong, and Tuan Anh, created an attractive HAGL, continuously appearing in the top group of the rankings before the tournament was interrupted due to the epidemic.

Position in the national team

Cong Phuong is always a familiar name in the national team call-ups. Although he is not always a starter, he is always a strategic player with the ability to make a big difference.

Phuong's playing style in the national team is more pragmatic than when he was younger. He no longer tries to dribble past opponents all the time, but instead plays fast and effective.

Nguyen Cong Phuong's achievements make fans proud

Achievements of Nguyen Cong Phuong

Despite being repeatedly doubted and even ridiculed as a show-off player, Nguyen Cong Phuong has responded with a series of impressive achievements. The milestones he has achieved are not just numbers but proof of a journey of tireless pursuit of his passion for football.

Memorable goals at AFF Cup

AFF Cup 2018 is a tournament that witnessed the remarkable growth of Nguyen Cong Phuong. His goals contributed to the promotion of Vietnamese football.

From the delicate handling against Laos, to the classy goal against Cambodia, then the solo situation against the Philippines - all showed the killer instinct in Phuong.

The first Vietnamese player to play in 3 continents

He is a rare player who has played in Asia, Europe and had a friendly match in Africa within the framework of football exchange.

Being signed and playing in professional tournaments such as J-League 2, K-League and the Belgian National Championship shows that he is the one who paved the way for Vietnamese players to approach the big playground.

Goal scorer in many continental tournaments

In tournaments such as the AFC Cup, World Cup Qualifiers or SEA Games, Cong Phuong has left his mark with impressive goals. He is the type of player who always knows how to appear at the right time, even though he can be silent throughout the match.

Conclusion

Nguyen Cong Phuong is not only a good player but also a living symbol of the tenacity and constant improvement of Vietnamese football. Every step, every goal, every long trip of his carries the hope and belief of millions of fans.