### Early stage (1998-2003)
HAGL was established with the support of businessman Doan Nguyen Duc. Since 1998, HAGL has participated in the Vietnam First Division and quickly attracted the attention of fans.

### Development stage (2004-2008)
In 2004, HAGL participated in the V-League arena and immediately showed impressive performance. The team won the V-League championship in 2004, 2005 and 2007, making a strong impression on fans.

### Brand shaping stage (2009-2015)
HAGL began to expand its brand not only domestically but also internationally. The club participated in international friendly tournaments and regularly organized major local sporting events, contributing to enhancing the image of Gia Lai football.

### Restructuring phase (2016-present)
To cope with the challenges, HAGL has innovated in the way it manages and trains young players. The club has focused on developing young players from the HAGL football academy.