As one of the most famous LoL players in the world today, the name SofM is certainly not too strange anymore, especially with the VCS community. Competing in one of the regions with the most developed League of Legends in the world, SofM not only stayed well, but he was also placed in the ranks of “5 gods” by LPL fans, next to names like TheShy, Uzi , Faker, MadLife.
SofM is one of the 5 players who have been “deified” by LPL fans for his contributions to the LoL in China.
Because of competing and becoming famous in an extremely developed area of Esports in general and LoL in particular, SofM is also considered very reputable when it comes to comments about this game as well as contributions to the development. of Vietnamese League of Legends. Many players at VCS often contact SofM for advice or guidance, or consider Duy “Cau Giay” as an idol, typically Slayder, EGO… SofM himself does not hesitate to support his juniors. on his way as a professional player.
EGO always considers SofM to be an idol, and CES players are also nicknamed “SofM disciple”.
Recently, in an interview, SofM made his comments about the difference between the LoL environment in China and Vietnam. He commented that the competitive environment in China is stricter, better, more wonderful and helps him also become good and strict with himself, more serious when playing games.
In addition, SofM also pointed out a point that Vietnamese Esports players: “The players in Vietnam are not more strict with themselves.”. SofM also gives advice to young people who intend to become professional players: “First, you have to be hard-working, industrious, gifted. After entering the professional tournament, you must be strict with yourself, don’t neglect much.”
SofM commented on the environment and players in Vietnam compared to China (Clip: YouTube SofM)
The points SofM pointed out are also the long-standing weaknesses of VCS in particular and Vietnam Esports in general. There are many players who are extremely talented but don’t focus on training, don’t show seriousness, and indulge in dramas too much. The lack of professionalism when doing the job is the reason why many names have self-destructed their careers when they are at maturity, the most recent and typical example is “Demon King” Zeros and the global ban for his curse.