Cong Phuong’s cousin causes fever at the National U19 Championship 2022

Nguyen Thai Quoc Cuong had a brilliant performance, helping U19 Nutifood enter the quarterfinals of the 2022 National U19 Championship.

On the afternoon of March 31, the 2022 National U19 Championship took place the final series of the group stage. U19 Nutifood is in danger of being eliminated if not to defeat Binh Duong U19.

Quoc Cuong (yellow shirt) in the match between U19 Nutifood and U19 Binh Duong. Photo PLO

In the previous two matches, they were held by U19 Saigon and received a 1-2 defeat when facing U19 Thanh Hoa.

Back in the match against U19 Binh Duong, U19 Nutifood did not play too well and let the opponent hold 1-1 before Nguyen Thai Quoc Cuong shone brightly, helping the home team win.

Quoc Cuong’s two goals came from a dangerous free-kick and a breakthrough dribble past many opposing defenders before finishing.

Winning the final 3-1, U19 Nutifood slipped through the narrow door to enter the round of 8 best teams.

Witnessing the performance of the young student, coach Greachen did not regret the praise.

“Cuong has a very important role in the team when he can connect very well the midfield and the strikers.

He is a complete player who can do many things from recover the ball, attack, dribble, control the rhythm, provide assists and even score goals.

It is important that Cuong has a very strong mentality, a good sign for Cuong’s future when he plays professionally.”

Quoc Cuong is known as the cousin of striker Cong Phuong of HAGL.

However, he showed that he was fully capable of attracting attention with his performances on the field.

According to the schedule, in the quarterfinals, U19 Nutifood will meet U19 PVF – Hung Yen on April 2.

The strength of the southern team will increase significantly when welcoming the return of the main striker Quoc Viet after the reunion with U23 Vietnam.