The Cong and Viettel were left disappointed after a six-goal draw.

After being held to a 3-3 draw by the bottom-placed team, The Cong - Viettel FC fell further behind in the championship race, while Da Nang revived their hopes of avoiding relegation in round 20 of the V-League 2025-2026.

Dinh Viet Tu went from hero to "villain" - Photo: PHI HAI

The Thể Công - Viettel club suffered a setback at Chi Lăng Stadium on the evening of April 26th. Despite being considered the stronger team, coach Velizar Popov's side fell behind early and conceded a late equalizer.

In the very first minute, Lopez Pissano curled a shot into the net to open the scoring after a mistake by the visiting team's defense. Da Nang led 1-0 but lacked the strength to hold the score until the end of the first half.

In the 22nd minute, Lucas Vinicius scored the equalizer from a free kick, making it 1-1. A mistake by the Da Nang players left the defensive wall wide open, and Lucas shot through, leaving goalkeeper Nguyen Van Toan helpless.

In the 32nd minute, Lucas (also known as Lucao) gave The Cong - Viettel a 2-1 lead. This brace brought the Brazilian foreign player's total to 11 goals after 20 rounds in the V-League.

In the stands, coach Popov was giving instructions via phone, visibly stressed. On the other side, Mr. Do Quang Hien, the owner of the club, had come to the stadium to encourage his former team.

As the first half drew to a close, goalkeeper Nguyen Van Viet made a mistake by rushing out. This gave Milan Makaric the opportunity to head in the equalizer, making it 2-2. The Chi Lang Stadium erupted in an atmosphere of excitement.

Lopez (center) helps Da Nang temporarily escape the bottom of the table - Photo: PHI HAI

The Cong - Viettel pushed forward in search of a victory. Moved further up the field, Dinh Viet Tu scored in the 74th minute, giving the visitors a 3-2 lead. However, he also became the "villain".

With The Cong - Viettel seemingly on the verge of victory, Dinh Viet Tu pulled a defender inside the penalty area, giving Da Nang a penalty. Referee Nawal Bin Zubir blew the whistle decisively.

Lopez Pissano took on the responsibility and beat Van Viet to score a brace. Lopez helped Da Nang equalize 3-3, securing one point. Da Nang FC moved up to 13th place with 13 points, level with PVF-CAND.

The Cong - Viettel have 51 points, falling behind in the championship race as they are 9 points behind Hanoi Police FC. At the same time, Hanoi Police FC is leading Song Lam Nghe An 3-1.

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