LE THANH TAI (TAI MAT NAU) – THE STRIKER OF SMILES AND WARRIOR SPIRIT

Full name: Le Thanh Tai
Nickname: Tai Mat Nau (Tai Gau)
Date of birth: 15/01/1995
Hometown: Hoi Nghia, Tan Uyen, Binh Duong

In grassroots football circles across Binh Duong and Ho Chi Minh City, the name Tai Mat Nau has long been familiar. His nickname may sound strong and rugged, but off the pitch, Tai is warm-hearted, friendly, and always brings positive energy to those around him.

He is loved not only for his approachable personality, but also for being an experienced striker with sharp scoring instinct and a competitive spirit that earns deep respect from teammates.

Foundation From His Early Football Days

Le Thanh Tai once trained in a youth football talent system, where he was developed as a striker from a young age.

That structured foundation helped him build smart positioning, varied finishing skills, and a natural sense for goals. For many years in Binh Duong grassroots tournaments, Tai has remained among the most consistent scorers.

Many competitions he joined ended with individual honors, especially top scorer awards, clear proof of the goal-scoring ability of the 1995-born striker.

Son Of Hoi Nghia And His Love For Football

As a son of Hoi Nghia, Tan Uyen, Binh Duong, Tai often travels long distances to compete in tournaments in Ho Chi Minh City.

On those familiar journeys, Nguyen Minh Ti has been his long-time companion. More than travel partners, they are also close teammates on the pitch, sharing many memorable tournaments in grassroots football.

Because of work commitments, Tai cannot always attend every training session. However, that has never reduced his professionalism.

For Tai, once he steps onto the field, he must give everything.

A Warrior Who Never Gives Up

What makes teammates love and respect Tai is not only his goals.

It is also his fearless fighting spirit.

There were moments when injuries made even movement difficult, especially with pain in his knees. Yet when the team needed a goal or needed someone to make a difference, Tai was still ready to step onto the pitch.

Many times, he had to tightly wrap his knee and play through pain to continue fighting with his brothers.

That warrior spirit has followed him through many teams and helped him earn affection from grassroots football players across southern Vietnam.

The Brand Called "Tai Mat Nau"

At every team he has played for, what remains in teammates’ hearts is not only his goals.

It is also his sincerity, closeness, and team spirit.

For many people, the most familiar image of Tai is his bright smile after every goal. It is a simple moment, but it has become the personal trademark of "Tai Mat Nau" through years of playing on grassroots football fields.

He is not loud or flashy. He leaves his mark through goals, dedication, and genuine affection for the collective.

Notable Achievements

Team honors

• Fourth place at Saigon Serie A 2022 with Chim Canh Cut FC.
• Champion of S5 V-Sport Cup 2022 with Chim Canh Cut FC.
• Third place at Luxcom 2022.
• Champion of Tien Phat Cup 2023.
• Champion of Becamex Cup 2023 with Ut Du Tan Phuoc Khanh.
• Third place at SPL S5 with Bay Nui FC.
• Champion of Goal123 Cup 2023 with Chim Canh Cut FC.
• Champion of MG188 Cup 2024 with Hoang Nguyen FC.
• Runner-up at Goal123 Cup 2024 with Cong Anh Hung Phat.
• Runner-up at Dong Nai Open 2024 with Bay Nui FC.
• Champion of Southern Trade Union Cup 2024 with PTI Binh Duong.
• Champion of Serie B Mansion Cup 2024.
• Runner-up at BCS S4 Binh Duong with Hoa Bang Lang FC.
• Champion of Becamex Cup 2025.

Personal marks

• Multiple-time top scorer at grassroots football tournaments in Binh Duong.
• One of the most consistent and experienced strikers in southern Vietnam grassroots football.
• Highly rated by teammates and teams for his brave spirit, dedication, and friendly personality.

The Value Of A Teammate

At 31, Le Thanh Tai still keeps the same passion for football as in his earliest days.

For many people, success may be measured by trophies or goals. But for Tai Mat Nau, the most valuable things may be the brothers he has met on the pitch, the teams he has been part of, and the moments when he could fight wholeheartedly for the collective.

That is why the name Tai Mat Nau is loved wherever he goes: a striker with natural scoring instinct, a warrior who never gives up, and a truly sincere teammate.