Foreign player excited after CAHN's historic achievement, speaks openly about the Asian stage

Foreign player Koko couldn't contain his excitement after CAHN beat Adelaide United to earn a place in the 2026/27 AFC Champions League Elite, and he expressed his unique feelings about the chance to play in Asia's top club competition.

Hanoi Police just created a memorable milestone by defeating Australia's Adelaide United 2-0 to secure qualification for the 2026/27 AFC Champions League Elite (ACLE). Following this historic victory, foreign player Koko Perea made no secret of his joy and was particularly thrilled about the opportunity to compete in Asia's most prestigious club tournament.

Against Adelaide, CAHN faced a tough challenge as the Australian side possessed impressive physicality, speed, and squad quality. However, the team led by coach Alexandre Polking showed composure to secure the win, thereby officially booking their place in the main stage of the 2026/27 AFC Champions League Elite.

Koko was one of the bright spots for CAHN in this match. His impressive performance earned him the title of Man of the Match. Nevertheless, Koko didn't overemphasize the individual award but instead highlighted the team's collective success.

Notably, the ticket to the 2026/27 ACLE also holds special significance for Koko himself. It is an opportunity for him to step onto a bigger stage and compete against Asia's top players and clubs: "In my career, I haven't had many chances to play at such a high level. Competing in the Asian arena, facing top teams and players in modern stadiums is a wonderful experience. This is a huge motivation for me to keep trying and give my all for the club in the journey ahead."

For CAHN, the victory over Adelaide is a notable statement of their ambition to reach continental heights. The police force's team has the chance to face top Asian representatives, thereby testing their strength at the highest level.

In that journey, Koko is expected to continue being one of CAHN's key factors. His quick adaptation, fighting spirit, and performance against Adelaide are sending positive signals for the club.

A historic feat has been achieved, but the real challenge is only beginning. CAHN will have to prepare for a much tougher arena, where small mistakes can be costly. With their morale high, the V-League champions have every right to expect a memorable journey in the 2026/27 AFC Champions League Elite.