CAND FC officially launches 2026/27 season: Aiming for championship and V-League promotion

On September 3, 2026, in Hanoi, CAND FC (Public Security Football Club) held its send-off ceremony for the 2026/27 National First Division season. The event was attended by the Minister of Public Security, along with players, coaching staff, and fans. Speaking at the ceremony, the Minister of Public Security emphasized this as a "historic milestone" for the force, affirming that the team plays not only for sporting achievement but also for the image of the police. He called on the entire squad to give their best and achieve the highest results. CAND FC has set the goal of winning the First Division championship, thereby securing one of the two promotion slots to the LPBank V-League. This is a major ambition after the club was relegated and is now rebuilding. To prepare for the season, CAND FC has invested heavily compared to other opponents in the First Division. The club has recruited six notable players: Minh Vuong, Dinh Trieu, Viktor Le, Do Phi Long, Thanh Nhan, and Minh Phuc. These are experienced names, indicating a systematic squad reinforcement strategy. Head coach Nguyen Duc Thang, who leads the team, said the preparation phase focuses on fitness, team building, and evaluation through friendly matches. Coach Thang emphasized: "We have a quality squad, but we need time for the players to integrate. Training trips and trial matches will help us find the best framework." The send-off ceremony took place only 8 days before the opening match against Long An at home on September 11, 2026. This short timeline shows the club is racing against time to finalize the squad. However, the presence of many experienced players is expected to help CAND FC stabilize quickly. The 2026/27 National First Division has 2 promotion tickets to the V-League. With a squad strength above the average level, CAND FC is considered a top candidate for the championship. However, the pressure for results from leadership and fan expectations is also a significant challenge. In Vietnamese football history, teams under the armed forces often have strong backing but also face heavy performance pressure. CAND FC will have to prove that the heavy investment is not just in name. The opening match against Long An on September 11 will be the first test. A victory at home would create a favorable psychological momentum for the entire season.