Công an Hà Nội coach Mano Polking hopes to make home advantage count against Kashima Antlers at Hàng Đẫy in the second round of the 2026/27 AFC Champions League Elite, at 19:15 Vietnam time on 13 October. At the 12 October press conference, he stressed recovery after a congested schedule, concentration and avoiding mistakes. Defender Adou Minh said the team had studied their opponents. These are pre-match aims, rather than a result.