Good news keeps pouring in, Kim Sang Sik will be delighted with the momentum in the Vietnam national team.

Returning from the Vietnam national team to the V-League stage, this outstanding striker continues to maintain his peak form, bringing positive signals for coach Kim Sang Sik.

After scoring a brace in Vietnam's 3-1 victory over Malaysia, Xuan Son carried that same excellent form back to V-League and immediately made an impact. On the Ha Tinh pitch on April 5th evening, the naturalized striker once again demonstrated why he is a name that every defense must be wary of.

Not only scoring goals, Xuan Son also showcased an increasingly refined skill set while wearing Nam Dinh's colors. From positioning, finishing, acting as a wall, to collaborative vision, this striker is becoming the focal point in every attacking strategy of the Nam-based club. And that is also a particularly positive signal for coach Kim Sang Sik ahead of the important upcoming journey.

Right from the start of the match, Xuan Son displayed high confidence by continuously appearing in dangerous attacking areas. In the 19th minute, he managed to put the ball into Ha Tinh's net, but the goal was not recognized after the referee consulted VAR. Nevertheless, that play was a clear warning to the host team's defense about a night full of pressure.

The threat posed by Xuan Son lies not only in his final finishing touches, but also in his movement and connection with teammates. In the 29th minute, following a favorable cross from Van Vi, this striker unleashed a quick shot but was excellently blocked by goalkeeper Thanh Tung. That situation revealed his sharp goal-scoring instinct and superb ability to seize opportunities.

The biggest turning point came in the 34th minute, when Nam Dinh was awarded a penalty after a Ha Tinh player's handball in the box, confirmed via VAR. On the 11-meter spot, Xuan Son calmly defeated Thanh Tung to open the score 1-0. That was a composed execution, affirming the clear maturity in his competitive mentality as the striker is hitting his ideal performance peak.

If the goal showcased sharpness, then the assist early in the second half reflected a much more comprehensive Xuan Son. In the 48th minute, he executed a delicate chip pass allowing Ababa to surge forward, bypass the goalkeeper, and score, raising the score to 2-0. That moment displayed classy handling, composure, and a playing mindset that transcends the mold of a pure center forward.

Despite Ha Tinh having moments of strong resurgence, such as Charles's header hitting the crossbar late in the first half, and Joseph's dangerous shot early in the second half forcing Nguyen Manh to make a save, they could not stop an overly efficient Nam Dinh. Even after missing a golden opportunity in the 85th minute, Xuan Son remained the standout player of the match with 1 goal, 1 assist, and overarching influence.

More importantly, the performance against Ha Tinh shows that Xuan Son is gradually transcending the image of a center forward solely focused on scoring. He not only directly contributes goals but also creates difference through his ability to connect and generate opportunities for teammates. If he continues to maintain his current form from the national team to the club, this striker will clearly bring many positive signals for coach Kim Sang Sik.