Da Nang is trying to save itself.

The 2-0 victory against Hai Phong has helped Da Nang gradually move away from the relegation zone in the V.League 2025/26 season.

The relegation battle in the V.League 2025/26 at the bottom of the table continued to heat up after the May 23rd matchday.SHB Da Nang's victory over Hai Phong helped them move very close to the top group, with the gap now only between 1 and 3 points.

The chances of the Han River team avoiding relegation have increased after their victory in round 24. With 20 points currently, Da Nang can now think about securing direct relegation survival, instead of fighting for a playoff spot against PVF-CAND.

Dong A Thanh Hoa Club and Hoang Anh Gia Lai drew 1-1 at Thanh Hoa Stadium. This result helps the Thanh Hoa team move closer to safety in the relegation battle.

However, for Hoang Anh Gia Lai, coach Quang Trai and his team are facing the risk of being drawn into a fierce whirlwind in the final two crucial rounds, with only 23 points in hand (hosting Hanoi and playing away against Becamex Ho Chi Minh City).

Ninh Binh drew with Ho Chi Minh City Police 1-1 (Photo: VPF)

The draw for The Cong FC on May 22nd opens up an opportunity for Ninh Binh FC to compete for the runner-up position. If they win against Ho Chi Minh City Police FC, Ninh Binh will narrow the gap with The Cong to just 3 points, with only 2 rounds remaining in the tournament.

The match was exciting, and in the first half, the home team took the lead with a goal from Gustavo (44th minute). However, Coach Thanh Phuong's team rallied in the second half and scored the winning goal in the 90+5th minute through Lee Williams.

Unable to secure all three points, Ninh Binh continues to maintain a 5-point gap over The Cong (45 points compared to 50 points). This gap makes Ninh Binh's hopes of finishing as runners-up increasingly slim, with only two rounds remaining in the tournament.

Furthermore, this team is also under pressure from Hanoi FC in the race for third place overall. Hanoi FC is right behind them with 42 points and is determined to achieve their goal of finishing in the top 3.

In the relegation battle, Becamex Ho Chi Minh City FC (21 points) will host Song Lam Nghe An on May 24th. This is a match where the home team is determined to secure three points; failure to achieve this goal will make the remaining matches extremely difficult, especially with an away game against the reigning champions Hanoi Police and a crucial "relegation battle" against Hoang Anh Gia Lai.

Source: https://baophapluat.vn/da-nang-dang-tu-cuu-minh.html