Live coverage of the match between Hai Phong Club and Hanoi Club in Round 17 of V-League 2025/26.
Both teams opted for intense pressing but haven't been effective.
Passira received the ball and passed inside for a teammate to shoot, but the ball went too deep.
From Van Quyet's corner kick, the ball hit Thanh Chung's head quite dangerously but went wide.
Lupeta just fell inside Hanoi's penalty area, but referee Mai Xuan Hung waved off any penalty for the home team.
Both teams actively attacked but still haven't created any truly dangerous situations.
Hoang Hen decided to unleash a right-footed shot from quite a distance, but the ball lacked accuracy.
Joel Tagueu had a diagonal shot towards the goal of Quan Van Chuan that was quite dangerous.
Cong Nhat dribbled down the flank and passed inside for Fisher, but couldn't get past the Hai Phong defender.
The confrontation between Hai Phong and Hanoi FC at Lach Tray Stadium is considered a notable focal point in V-League 2025/26, as the two teams enter the match with contrasting form.
Hai Phong is experiencing a clear slowdown after a period of promising performance. The Port City team has not won in 5 consecutive matches since their victory over Da Nang. The biggest issue for coach Chu Dinh Nghiem's squad lies in their attack, having scored only 3 goals in their last 5 matches, most of which came from one match against Thanh Hoa.
Contrary to the declining form of their opponent, Hanoi FC is showing strong signs of revival under coach Harry Kewell. The Capital team has won 4 of their last 5 matches, losing only one, and is gradually reclaiming the image of a contender for the top group.
The most positive aspect for Hanoi lies in the balance in their playstyle. In their last 5 matches, they scored 10 goals and conceded only 3, indicating their system is becoming more stable compared to the early season phase. Not relying on a single standout individual in attack, Hanoi is effectively utilizing coordination and sharing scoring responsibilities among multiple positions.
Among them, Hoang Hen is the most prominent link with his ability to connect the playstyle, create opportunities, and directly contribute to the attacking front. The efficiency of the midfield is precisely the foundation helping Hanoi control the game better recently.
Despite being rated lower in terms of form, Hai Phong still has grounds for hope due to the advantage of their home stadium Lach Tray - which always creates immense pressure for any visiting team. If they can improve their finishing efficiency and maintain the intensity of contention, the home team could certainly cause Hanoi FC considerable difficulties.
However, considering the current comparison, Hanoi FC still holds a slight edge in stability, tactical organization, and ability to finish matches.