Defeated by Hai Phong, sunk to the bottom

In the match against Da Nang FC, Hai Phong FC is considered the much stronger team. In terms of form, coach Chu Dinh Nghiem's ​​team is playing very well and gradually improving their position in the standings. In their last four matches, Hai Phong FC won three and lost only one. Even more notably, in this series of matches, Hai Phong FC was the first team to force Ha Tinh FC to leave empty-handed this season, before securing all three points at Tam Ky Stadium in the previous round.

On the opposite side, since coach Le Duc Tuan took over, Da Nang FC has changed significantly. Besides a positive shift in their playing style, Da Nang has also achieved some promising results. Although considered the underdog against Hai Phong , Da Nang FC will certainly want to secure at least one point at Lach Tray Stadium to accumulate points and hopefully escape the bottom of the table.

Highlights of Hai Phong FC 1-0 Da Nang FC | Round 16 V-League 2024-2025

Hai Phong FC (in white shirts) made efforts to attack and find a goal in the first half but were unsuccessful.

A lackluster first half for Hai Phong Club.

With the home advantage and a higher-quality squad, Hai Phong FC controlled the game well in the first half. The home team at Lach Tray Stadium launched attacks right after the opening whistle, holding possession for over 60%. However, the lack of creativity from their midfield made it difficult for Hai Phong FC to penetrate Da Nang FC's penalty area. Throughout the first half, Hai Phong FC only managed two shots and failed to score against goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung.

As usual, Lucao was the most outstanding player in coach Chu Đình Nghiêm's system. The number 9 player for Hai Phong FC moved widely, connecting well with his teammates to create attacking opportunities for the home team. In the 32nd minute, from a pass by Ngọc Tú, Lucao unexpectedly penetrated the penalty area and attempted a header. Unfortunately, despite being only about 6 meters away, his shot went wide of the goal. This was also considered the most dangerous chance created by Hai Phong FC in this half.

Conversely, Da Nang FC played slowly, proactively dropping deep into their own half to defend. However, whenever they counter-attacked, Da Nang FC always put Hai Phong FC's goal under threat. Despite only having 40% possession, the team from the Han River had three shots on goal (all on target). If goalkeeper Dinh Trieu hadn't been so focused, Hai Phong FC's net could have been breached in the first half.

Hai Phong FC was helpless against Da Nang's defense in the first half.

Da Nang FC played a risky game and paid the price!

In the opening minutes of the second half, Da Nang FC played aggressively, unexpectedly pushing their attacking line forward. The visitors used many long balls, causing difficulties for Hai Phong's defense. In the 52nd minute, Phan Van Long took a dangerous free kick from about 25 meters. Fortunately for Hai Phong FC, Dinh Trieu still played excellently, making a successful save.

Starting in the 60th minute, Hai Phong FC made some adjustments in the midfield, regaining control of the ball. Compared to the first half, Hai Phong's midfield moved more flexibly, creating numerous scoring opportunities for the attack. After several missed chances, in the 68th minute, Lucao provided a perfect pass for Hoang Nam to unleash a shot that beat Bui Tien Dung, giving Hai Phong FC a 1-0 lead.

After conceding a goal, Da Nang FC pushed their attack forward in search of an equalizer. However, Da Nang's attacking options proved simplistic, and Hai Phong FC's defense had little difficulty neutralizing them. In the final 10 minutes, Da Nang FC repeatedly used long balls, having three more shots on goal but failing to convert any of them.

Hoang Nam (in white shirt, center) helps Hai Phong Club open the scoring.

By defeating Da Nang FC 1-0, Hai Phong FC now has 20 points after 16 matches, placing them 8th. On the other hand, Da Nang FC has gone four consecutive matches without a win. Currently, coach Le Duc Tuan's team remains at the bottom of the V-League table with only 9 points, 4 points behind Binh Dinh FC, who are above them in the standings.

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