Bùi Tiến Dũng leads Da Nang FC to National Cup victory

Goalkeeper Bùi Tiến Dũng led Da Nang FC to a victory over Hanoi FC in the 2026/2027 National Cup, securing a spot in the round of 16. The match was decided by a 4-3 penalty shootout at Hang Day Stadium, where Tiến Dũng successfully saved shots from Adam Targatt and Đỗ Hoàng Hên.

This performance marks a significant comeback for the goalkeeper, who previously struggled with serious injuries that impacted his career. The victory at Hang Day Stadium is particularly notable as it was a location associated with his past injuries and a venue where he had previously struggled to defeat Hanoi FC.

Following the match, his wife, model Dianka Zakhidova, expressed her pride on social media, highlighting the emotional significance of his return to form after a difficult period of recovery and public pressure.