Bien Phong convincingly defeats Cong An TP.HCM, clinching the top spot in Group A of the Hoa Lu Cup 2026

(Volleyball result) - Bien Phong asserts its strength against Cong An TP.HCM to secure the first place in Group A of the Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien 2026.

Set 1: Bien Phong 25-17 Cong An TP.HCM

Facing the star-studded lineup of Cong An TP.HCM, Bien Phong demonstrated why they have been a dominant force in domestic volleyball over the past two seasons. With the effective and rational ball distribution by Dinh Van Duy, they neutralized the opponent's quality blockers, allowing players like Ngoc Thuan and Duy Tuyen to comfortably score points for the team.

Cong An TP.HCM still has much to improve if they wish to surprise the reigning champions.

Set 2: Bien Phong 26-28 Cong An TP.HCM

Both sides created exciting developments in set 2. Bien Phong continued to perform well in the early half, establishing a point advantage until the late stages and had the opportunity to secure a set-point. However, Cong An TP.HCM fought resiliently; their attacking stars shone at the right moment to help the team catch up and eventually overtake.

At their set-point opportunity, Cong An TP.HCM's blockers read the attack from position 3 by The Khai, securing a narrow victory to tie the match 1-1.

Set 3: Bien Phong 26-24 Cong An TP.HCM

Cong An TP.HCM played better in the beginning of set 3. The appearance of rookie setter Hoai Phuong helped the police team gain a favorable situation against the reigning champions. However, Ngoc Thuan and his teammates also responded strongly, catching up on points and once again resolving the outcome in overtime.

Here, an unnecessary error cost the Cong An TP.HCM players dearly. Bien Phong surged ahead to lead 2-1 and now only needed one more set win for the overall victory.

Set 4: Bien Phong 25-21 Cong An TP.HCM

The attacking serves by Nguyen Van Quoc Duy helped Cong An TP.HCM start favorably, but similar to the previous set, Bien Phong possessed enough composure and class to turn the tide. The cohesion between positions was something Bien Phong significantly outperformed their opponent in this match.

The pivotal confrontation concluded with a "sharp" attack by Tran Minh Duc.

Final result, Bien Phong defeats Cong An TP.HCM 3-1 (25-17; 26-28; 26-24; 25-21), securing the top position in Group A. Cong An TP.HCM advances as the second-place team, while TP.HCM will play the 5th-6th place match against an opponent yet to be determined.

Volleyball Bien Phong vs. Cong An TP.HCM takes place at what time?

• Time: scheduled at 16:00, today March 20
• Competition: men's group stage Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien 2026

List of Bien Phong players participating in the Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien 2026

• Attackers: Nguyen Duc Hoang, Nguyen Ngoc Thuan, Tran Minh Duc, Jakkrit Thanomnoi
• Opposite: Pham Van Hiep (captain)
• Middle blockers: Hoang Duc Duy, Tran Duy Tuyen, Truong The Khai, Truong Huynh Phap
• Setters: Dinh Van Duy, Bui Huu Dat
• Liberos: Tran Van Nam, Vu Anh Tuan, Nguyen Van Sang

List of Cong An TP.HCM players participating in the Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien 2026