Saigon Derby 2026: Three Deadly Weapons of The Cong FC That Could Make Hai Phong Tremble at Port Stadium

Saigon, June 2026 — The decisive match between the two strongest teams in southern Vietnam is set to take place at Hai Phong Port Stadium, where thousands of supporters will gather to witness what is considered the most important game of the season. The Cong FC from Saigon brings three deadly weapons on their journey north this time. According to sources close to the coaching staff, French-Vietnamese striker Pierre Moreau, 27, is considered the biggest threat from the visiting side. Standing at 1m85 with excellent aerial ability, he has scored 4 goals in his last 3 matches, including a header that beat the home team's goalkeeper in a friendly match last April. His playing style is described as "aerial bombardment" — a style that Hai Phong's defense will have to face. The second weapon lies with creative midfielder Tran Van Thuong, dubbed "Saigon's Brain." He possesses superior tactical vision and passing accuracy down to the centimeter. In the match against the French Army team last May, Thuong created 3 goals in just one half. The combination of Moreau's aerial power and Thuong's vision creates a complete attacking chain. The third weapon, according to sources from the dressing room, is young winger Nguyen Van Tam, 19 years old. His pace and individual technique are something Hai Phong's defense has never faced this season. He has scored 2 goals and created 4 assists in 5 appearances. However, the home team Hai Phong is not at a disadvantage. With the longest football tradition in the north and home crowd support, they are riding high after a 3-1 victory over Quang Ninh Coal last week. Their defense, led by veteran center-back Le Van Minh, will need to find ways to stop the attacking flow from Saigon. The match kicks off at 3:30 PM, a time that forces both teams to face the scorching summer heat of the north. This could affect pressing intensity and extend the value of set pieces — an element that The Cong has exploited well this season. A longtime observer at Port Stadium remarked: "This is not just a match for three points, but also a battle for honor between the two cities with the strongest football traditions in Vietnam. The Cong has the advantage in personnel, but Hai Phong has the advantage of home ground and passionate supporters." The writer will continue to update information from the dressing room immediately after the match ends.