"Earthquake" at Vinh Stadium

Similar to last season, Song Lam Nghe An continues to utilize its young players to compete in the V-League 2025-2026. Without significantly strengthening its squad, the team from Nghe An is considered the underdog when hosting Nam Dinh - the reigning V-League champions - in the second round at their home stadium in Vinh.

Lam Ti Phong helped Nam Dinh open the scoring in the match.

Taking advantage of their home ground, coach Phan Như Thuật's team proactively started the match quickly and soon put pressure on the visitors' goal with Khắc Ngọc's powerful shot that hit the post.

The home team started brightly, but the stands at Vinh Stadium fell silent from the 9th minute, when A Mit passed the ball and Lam Ti Phong used his individual skill to dribble past the defender before finishing to score the opening goal for Nam Dinh. The early goal further boosted the visitors' confidence, allowing them to control the game and dominate Song Lam Nghe An.

Despite conceding an early goal, the young players from Nghe An province remained full of enthusiasm, playing with dedication and without calculation. Refusing to give up, coach Phan Nhu Thuat's team boldly pushed their formation forward, pressing and engaging in an attacking game against the reigning champions, constantly creating dangerous attacking situations for their opponents.

Song Lam Nghe An staged a spectacular comeback victory against Nam Dinh.

Towards the end of the first half, midfielder Khắc Ngọc, utilizing his extensive experience and sharp creative skills, delivered a precise pass that allowed his teammate Văn Lương to run down the wing and shoot past goalkeeper Nguyên Mạnh, leveling the score at 1-1 for Sông Lam Nghệ An.

With the game becoming more balanced, both teams delivered a dramatic back-and-forth attacking display. The crucial moment of the match came in the final minutes, when foreign player Dale More combined seamlessly with his teammates and unleashed a close-range shot, securing a 2-1 victory for the Nghe An team.

The team from Nghe An province displayed a dedicated and passionate style of play.

Coach Phan Nhu Thuat and his team were delighted to secure their first three points of the new season, especially since their defeated opponent was the reigning V-League champion, Nam Dinh FC. This result propelled the Vinh-based team to sixth place in the standings, level on three points with Nam Dinh but temporarily behind due to an inferior goal difference.

Da Nang concedes a goal against Ha Tinh - Clip: Vuong Trong

On the same day, Da Nang lost to Ha Tinh by a narrow margin of 0-1 at their home stadium, Hoa Xuan. Meanwhile, hosts Hai Phong defeated PVF-CAND 3-1 at the "Lach Tray cauldron".