Unlike his other peers, Nguyen Luc started taking football seriously only when he was aged 10 and he is fortunate to have a supportive family keeping him in check along the way.

“From the very beginning, my family has been my biggest support system,” he told the-AFC.com. “My father, mother and older brother have always stood by me, encouraging me and giving me strength through every challenge."

“Their silent sacrifices and unwavering belief in me have been a huge motivation for me to keep working hard and stay committed to my dream.

“My ultimate goal is to become a truly professional footballer, to continuously grow and one day represent the national team and play for top-tier clubs. 

“I want to make my family proud, give back to the fans, and inspire younger players who share the same passion for football as I do.”

An academy player with six-time V. League 1 champions Hanoi FC, Nguyen Luc has been given the creative license from head coach Cristiano Roland at Saudi Arabia 2025, however, there’s one role which he is keen to make his name in.

“My biggest idol in Vietnamese football is Nguyen Hoang Duc. I really admire his calmness, technique, and football intelligence.

“Internationally, I look up to players like Kevin De Bruyne, his ability to control the game and deliver precise passes is something I constantly study and learn from.

“I’m comfortable playing in several attacking roles, but I really want to make my mark as an attacking midfielder. 

“It’s a position where I can use my vision, creativity, and passing to support my teammates and create chances. I love being involved in the build-up and connecting the team’s play in attack.”

The pressure to deliver, especially in a football-mad country like Vietnam can be unforgiving sometimes and players look to get as much help as possible.

For Nguyen Luc, there’s a routine which he follows which enables him to enter the pitch in a clear state of mind as he looks to make his way climbing the ladder to the very top.

“I'm not superstitious, but I do believe in positive routines that help me stay mentally prepared. 

“Before each match, I always take a few quiet moments to pray, wishing for a smooth game where both my team and I can perform our best. It helps me calm my nerves, stay focused, and be mentally ready to give everything on the pitch.”