Coach Việt Thắng proves that Đồng Nai can still soar without Công Phượng

Without Công Phượng, it seemed Đồng Nai Football Club would lose steam in the promotion race of the 2025/26 First Division. Yet, the team has shown determination and temporarily risen to lead the table with 17 points.

Behind this impressive run is the significant influence ofCoach Nguyễn Việt Thắngalong with the timely emergence of"the forest elephant" Hồ Thanh Minh.