HAGL welcomes ‘old person’
On January 21, HAGL Club welcomed the return of Washington Brandao, a foreign soldier who was with the mountain town team in the period 2021 – 2023. The Brazilian striker signed a contract with HAGL after passing a medical examination. this morning.
Brandao had 3 previous seasons playing for HAGL. Although he only scored 7 goals in 53 matches in the V-League, which is not an impressive number for a foreign soldier, Brandao played a very important role in the gameplay. When coach Kiatisak Senamuang was still in charge, Brandao played the role of a back striker. He moves wide to assist in deploying the ball, giving his teammates space to enter the penalty area.
Washington Brandao returns to HAGL
Brandao, along with Van Toan and Cong Phuong, formed a good attacking trio in the 2021 season, when coach Kiatisak’s HAGL topped the V-League after 12 rounds (before the tournament was canceled due to the Pandemic). Then in the 2022 season, HAGL only finished sixth in the V-League, but impressed by winning 5 points in the AFC Champions League despite being in a group with many strong teams such as Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors of coach Kim Sang-sik, or Yokohama F.Marinos, Sydney FC.
Brandao scored points with the HAGL coaching staff with his professional style, diligence and aggressive playing style. Technical Director Vu Tien Thanh shared: “When I heard about Brandao’s return, 100% of the coaches and players supported me. I hope Brandao will soon integrate into the team’s playing style and will help the team play well.” in the near future”. HAGL currently has 3 foreign soldiers, including Brandao, Jairo Rodrigues and Marciel da Silva.
HAGL dropped to eighth in the V-League after a 2-2 draw against Ho Chi Minh City Club in round 10. In round 11, taking place at 7:15 p.m. on January 24, coach Le Quang Trai and his team will face Hanoi Club on Hang Day yard.
