Brazilian media praises Xuan Son ahead of Vietnam's rematch with Malaysia

Brazilian press recently published a noteworthy article about forward Xuan Son, praising his impressive form and milestone of 100 goals in Asian competitions.

Right from the introduction, the Assessoria de Imprensa described Xuan Son as a special phenomenon in regional football: “A true scoring machine, with astonishing efficiency wearing the shirts of clubs and national teams in Asia.” This is seen as clear recognition from his homeland's media for the efforts of the striker born in 1997.

The article also emphasized his career journey, from Brazil to playing in Vietnam and the decision to naturalize: “Choosing to commit to Vietnam opened a new chapter in Rafaelson's career, where he quickly became one of the most effective forwards.” According to the Brazilian media's assessment, his rapid adaptability is precisely the factor that helped Xuan Son make his mark.

The milestone of 100 goals after 134 matches is a detail highlighted repeatedly: “Achieving 100 goals in less than 135 matches is an impressive feat for any forward, demonstrating consistency and sharp scoring instinct.” This achievement not only holds personal significance but also helps him gain favor with the coaching staff of the Vietnam National Team.

Additionally, Xuan Son's call-up to the national team is also seen as a deserved reward. The newspaper quoted him: “I am very determined for these matches, especially the one against Malaysia, as this is a very important continental tournament. I hope to play and help Vietnam.” This match belongs to the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifying round, where Vietnam will face the Malaysian national team.

At club level, Xuan Son's form wearing Nam Dinh FC's shirt is also mentioned: “After an unsmooth start, the team has bounced back strongly with a winning streak, in which Rafaelson played a key role.”

In closing, Brazilian media concluded that Xuan Son is a typical model for Brazilian players succeeding abroad: “Perseverance, effort, and adaptability have helped him rise to become one of the notable strikers in Asia.” This also affirms the increasingly prominent status of this forward wearing the Vietnam national team shirt.