Brandon Michael Ly (born 7 December 2005) is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Cong An Hanoi.
Early life
Ly was born on 7 December 2005 in
Longford, Ireland, to an Irish mother and a
Hoa people father.
Career
As a youth player, Ly joined the youth academy of English side Sheffield United. During the summer of 2023, he was sent on loan to English 7th tier side Hyde United.
After leaving the Burnley youth academy, he moved to Vietnam, signing for V.League 1 side Cong An Hanoi ahead of the 2025–26 season.
Style of play
Ly plays as a
midfielder and is right-footed. Vietnamese newspaper
People's Army Newspaper wrote in 2025 that "his position is defensive midfielder, where he shows his ability to win the ball back, control the tempo of the game and has outstanding physical strength. In addition, his versatility allows him to play well in the central midfield or right-back positions".
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