Van Lam confided: “Actually, Filip and I haven’t had much time to talk to each other. At the hotel, I was in the same room with Tuan Tai, and Filip was in another room. But I believe that in the next few days, we will both two will have the opportunity to share more.
I also want to hear Filip talk about his playing career in Europe and his memories of playing in the Europa League. I believe I will learn many things from him, like when I played football in Japan.
I believe that overseas Vietnamese players like me or Filip all desire to contribute to the Vietnamese team. Of course, we need time to get used to life in the S-shaped country. Once we can get into a good rhythm, overseas Vietnamese players will contribute a lot to Vietnamese football.”
Growing up after preparatory days in Japan
During his career, in addition to his success playing for Hai Phong and Muangthong United (Thailand), Dang Van Lam also experienced difficult days in Japan when he was not given the opportunity to play for the club. Cerezo Osaka.
However, for the determined goalkeeper who always knows how to overcome adversity, his time in the country of Phu Tang brought him valuable experiences.
Van Lam once had to sit on the bench when playing for Cerezo Osaka (Japan). Photo: Cerezo Osaka
“Maybe I haven’t had the opportunity to play much for Cerezo Osaka. But I must affirm that the 2 years in Japan were the most quality time of my career.
I personally experienced a high-class football environment that I have never experienced in my career. Just by learning from the players at Cerezo Osaka, I feel like I have reached a new level.
The players live according to professional models. They spend 24 hours on football, from activities, practice, recovery, and preparation for each practice session. I also witnessed the style in the locker room and gym in Cerezo Osaka. Those are all opportunities to learn,” Van Lam said.
Returning from Japan, Van Lam spent more than 2 years playing for Binh Dinh. He became an important pillar and contributed to bringing good results to the Vo team. From his preparatory years in the land of the rising sun, the Vietnamese team had a more mature, mature and talented goalkeeper. Always know how to renew yourself.