Geylang International and Ho Chi Minh City Football Club ink MOU

Geylang International Football Club (GIFC) and Vietnam League One side Ho Chi Minh City Football Club (HCMCFC) have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that aims to further the growth of football through the open sharing of technical expertise and knowledge between both clubs.

Under this MOU, cooperative efforts between GIFC and HCMCFC will be boosted in four key sectors- training, attachments, player transfers, and fan club support. It will also allow the two clubs to send their teams – youth and senior – to train or participate in short-term tournaments in each other’s regions.

The agreement will also ensure the priority of players’ transfer for both clubs as well as facilitate the exchange of players and technical staff for training attachments. Additionally, both parties will strive to increase each other’s club profile in their own regions and encourage cultural exchanges and interactions between their fan clubs. 

This includes providing support, privileges, and on-site concierge services for official club tours, visits, or match attendances requested by each other’s fan clubs through their respective clubs.

Chairman of GIFC, Thomas Gay expressed his delight with the newest collaboration, saying, “I am thrilled about GIFC’s partnership with a respected club like HCMC FC. This partnership offers an ideal platform for both clubs to exchange knowledge through player and coach interactions and attachments. 

Geylang International has always prioritised youth development, and this collaboration with the former V League champions embodies that commitment. I am confident that this collaboration will bring mutual benefits to both clubs on all fronts.”

HCMC FC Chairman, David Hung, echoed Gay’s sentiment: “This business partnership seeks to mutually benefit our clubs by sharing insights on club management, including team administration, bolstering team strength, and team development. Moreover, it offers a valuable opportunity to deepen the international ties between our two countries through the medium of football. We look forward to a rewarding partnership with GIFC.”

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