Hanoi FC receives shocking news ahead of the crucial match against CAHN.

In the key encounter with CAHN, Hanoi Club faces substantial setbacks in terms of squad strength.

The 0-1 defeat to The Cong Viettel in round 14 of the V-League not only left Hanoi FC empty-handed in the derby but also resulted in considerable personnel damage.

The focal point is the incident involving forward Daniel Passira. In the final minutes of the match, this foreign player displayed unsportsmanlike conduct by dragging an opponent who was on the ground, and immediately received a direct red card. With the impending suspension, Hanoi FC will lose a key attacking option in round 15, a match where they must face league leaders CAHN.

Furthermore, the midfield of the purple-clad team is also weakened as Dau Van Toan is suspended due to accumulating three yellow cards. The 1995-born player plays a crucial role in ball recovery and defensive support from deep. His absence forces the coaching staff to adjust the midfield structure amid a congested fixture schedule.

These losses place coach Harry Kewell in a position where he must manage his squad carefully before the second consecutive Capital derby, as Hanoi FC faces Cong An Hanoi FC on March 8. This is considered a major test of resilience and squad depth, especially since CAHN has been showing stability both in gameplay and competitive spirit.

However, the Capital team also receives positive news as captain Hung Dung has completed his two-match suspension and is ready to return. The experience, tempo-controlling ability, and leadership of this midfielder are expected to help Hanoi FC restore balance in midfield and inspire his teammates during this critical phase of the season.

After 14 rounds, Hanoi FC ranks 4th in the standings with 21 points, tied with Hai Phong FC but placed higher due to tie-breakers, while trailing Ninh Binh FC —the third-placed team—by 6 points. This gap is not insurmountable, but if they continue to drop points in key matches, coach Harry Kewell and his squad could complicate their own path to the top group.