A high-stakes showdown in the final.

The new recruits are full of enthusiasm.

Making their debut in the TNSV tournament, the Thanh Hoa University of Culture, Sports and Tourism team achieved a remarkable feat by defeating the reigning runner-up, the Water Resources University, in the northern regional qualifying round, securing a place in the finals. In the finals, Coach Nguyen Cong Thanh's team finished second in Group B with an unbeaten record. In the quarterfinals, they defeated the Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology 1-0. In the semifinals, the Thanh Hoa team overcame another representative from the Ho Chi Minh City region, the Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry, after a penalty shootout to advance to the final.

Coach Nguyen Cong Thanh excitedly shared that, thanks to the support of the school's leadership, immediately after the team qualified for the final of the THACO Cup 2025, a group of about 50 fans will fly from Thanh Hoa to Ho Chi Minh City to cheer on the team. In addition, many people from Thanh Hoa living in Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring areas are also planning to come to the stadium to support the Thanh Hoa University of Culture, Sports and Tourism team. "We have a few injured players, and the players' physical condition has also deteriorated after the series of matches from the qualifying rounds until now. However, I have encouraged my players that reaching the final is already a success, so let's give our all for the school's colors, for our own pride, and for the fans," Coach Nguyen Cong Thanh said.

The final match between the Da Nang University of Sports and Physical Education team (right) and the Thanh Hoa University of Culture, Sports and Tourism team is predicted to be very dramatic.

Having met in the group stage, the Thanh Hoa University of Culture, Sports and Tourism team trailed the Da Nang University of Physical Education and Sports team 3-0 but managed to equalize the score at 3-3. Coach Nguyen Cong Thanh said that the match was a formality, with many reserve players given a chance, so the same scenario is unlikely to repeat itself in the final. "It will be a very exciting match because the players from both teams will showcase their full potential. The Da Nang University of Physical Education and Sports team is very strong, with a fast, agile, and effective playing style, but we will have a suitable strategy," Coach Thanh shared.

I don't want to go to a penalty shootout.

To reach the final, the Da Nang University of Sports and Physical Education team defeated the host team, Ton Duc Thang University, in the quarterfinals and the Hanoi University of Physical Education and Sports in the semifinals, both through tense penalty shootouts. After two grueling matches, coach Tran Trung Kien stated that the entire team did not want to have to decide the winner again through a penalty shootout in the final.

Assessing their opponent, Coach Tran Trung Kien said: "Although a newcomer to the Thanh Hoa University of Culture, Sports and Tourism team, they played very well, showing that they are a new force in the student football movement in the northern region. Their strengths are their cunning, tenacity, and tightly organized play. Outstanding players for the Thanh Hoa team include goalkeeper Thatsa Xaiyasone and playmaker Ngan Nhu Dung."

The Da Nang University of Physical Education and Sports team demonstrated great composure and ability to withstand pressure in their quarter-final match against Ton Duc Thang University. Later, despite being pressured by the Hanoi University of Physical Education and Sports, they held firm to secure a place in the semi-finals. If they maintain their form and playing style, Coach Tran Trung Kien's team can certainly aim to lift the prestigious THACO TNSV Cup 2025 championship trophy.

"When participating in the tournament, we set specific goals for each match. Now that we've reached the final, we're trying to seize the opportunity to win the championship. However, I also reminded my players that while the championship title is important, what's even more important is the growth they gain through this competition. The whole team has gone through immense pressure and nerve-wracking moments; these experiences will help them hone their character and mature both academically and in life," Coach Tran Trung Kien expressed.

The closing ceremony, the final match, and the awards ceremony will be broadcast live on VTV9, SCTV22, FPT Play, and the platforms of Thanh Nien Newspaper.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/so-tai-dinh-cao-o-chung-ket-185250315231222926.htm