Cong Phuong and his teammates are approaching an unprecedented milestone in their careers.

The trio of Nguyen Cong Phuong, Luong Xuan Truong, and Tran Minh Vuong are on the verge of securing their first national title.

After many years of competing in professional football without ever winning a domestic honor, Nguyen Cong Phuong, Luong Xuan Truong, and Tran Minh Vuong are finally on the verge of getting their hands on the first championship trophy of their careers. Barring any major surprises in the final rounds, this trio, who came through the HAGL academy, will lift the 2025/26 National First Division title together with Dong Nai.

Although this is not a major title like the V.League or National Cup, this trophy holds special meaning for players once regarded as one of the most talented generations in Vietnamese football. While many former teammates like Van Toan, Hong Duy, Van Thanh, and Tuan Anh have already won domestic honors with other clubs, Cong Phuong, Xuan Truong, and Minh Vuong have endured a long period full of regrets.

For Minh Vuong, the upcoming trophy feels like a release after years of sticking with HAGL in relegation battles. His famous quote, "I spent my youth fighting relegation," once made many people both sympathize and feel sorry for such a great talent. After many difficult seasons in the Mountain Town, the midfielder born in 1995 is finally about to experience true victory in professional football.

Meanwhile, Xuan Truong's journey is a story of travels and fresh starts. From South Korea to Thailand and back to the V.League, this midfielder's career was once highly anticipated but also experienced many ups and downs. After years of searching for a suitable team, Xuan Truong now stands before the opportunity to win his first title with Dong Nai, something he missed out on while playing for HAGL.

Perhaps the most special case is still Cong Phuong. The striker from Nghe An was once the brightest star of Vietnamese football, but his club career has always lacked a trophy to confirm his standing. Last season, he and Binh Phuoc came very close to promotion but suffered a bitter defeat in the play-off match against SHB Da Nang. The moment Cong Phuong missed a penalty in that game once made many people regret a talented generation with so many unfinished stories.

Now, as Dong Nai is almost certain to win the 2025/26 First Division title, Cong Phuong, Xuan Truong, and Minh Vuong are finally about to obtain their first domestic honor in their careers. Though this trophy may not be too glamorous, it is still a well-deserved reward for the persistent efforts of three stars who once captivated an entire generation of Vietnamese football fans.