Hoàng Hên's first call-up sends a message that makes Vietnamese fans proud

Naturalized midfielder Đỗ Hoàng Hên, on his first call-up to the Vietnam national team, emotionally called this the most special day of his career and affirmed his readiness to give his all.

Naturalized midfielder Đỗ Hoàng Hên shared heartfelt words after being summoned for the first time to the Vietnam team during the FIFA Days gathering in March 2026.

On his personal page, the Brazilian-born player couldn't hide his pride upon officially reaching this important career milestone. He expressed: “Today is definitely the most special and exciting day in my career. A dream has become reality, and this is also an opportunity for me to show my gratitude to Vietnamese fans over the past period.”.

Not stopping at personal emotions, Hoàng Hên also emphasized the profound significance of wearing the national team jersey. The midfielder born in 1994 shared: “Wearing the Vietnam national team jersey is an immense honor and pride. I feel very happy, full of motivation, and ready to give my all.”.

Hoàng Hên's statements quickly garnered significant attention from fans. Many expressed expectations that this player will bring a fresh breeze to the team's midfield under the tenure of Coach Kim Sang-sik.

Previously, Đỗ Hoàng Hên, originally named Hendrio Araujo, completed his naturalization procedures and became eligible to wear the Vietnam national team jersey by the end of 2025. He impressed strongly in the Hanoi FC jersey with consistent performance and outstanding creative ability.

With a determined spirit and a desire to contribute, Hoàng Hên is expected to quickly integrate and play a crucial role in the upcoming journey of the Vietnam national team, especially in matches for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers.