Impressed with goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung; Liverpool overwhelms Man City at Etihad
Da Nang Club has shown positive signs since recruiting goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung; Hanoi Police Club defeated The Cong Viettel... Those are the outstanding sports news in the past 24 hours.
Impressed with goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung
The 1-1 draw against Ho Chi Minh City FC was probably a disappointment for Da Nang FC. They are very eager to win all 3 points to chase SLNA FC, and hope to quickly escape the bottom position.
For goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung, this is the second time he has faced his old team HCMC in V.League 2024/2025 and still cannot enjoy the joy of victory. In the first leg at Thong Nhat Stadium, HCMC Club defeated Da Nang FC with a score of 1-0, this is the debut match for the new team of goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung.
However, Da Nang FC has shown positive signs since recruiting goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung. They have been unbeaten in 3 consecutive matches and earned 5 points, a much more impressive achievement than only 4 points before the presence of goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung.
Losing at the last minute to Hanoi Police Club, The Cong Viettel easily loses the top spot
Hanoi Police Club defeated The Cong Viettel at Hang Day Stadium on the evening of February 23..
Just a few days after Hanoi Police Club lost to The Cong Viettel with a score of 1-2, the two teams played again at Hang Day Stadium inRound 14 V.League 2024-2025. This time, the match result was reversed from the first leg. 2 of the 3 goals were scored in the match's extra time.
Viettel The Cong gave midfielder Patrick (Brazil) his debut. After just over 10 minutes on the field, this new player forced the away team to concede a penalty for his clumsy clearance, kicking straight into the striker of Hanoi Police Club. Alan did not miss the opportunity to score the opening goal.
The best development of the match came in the second half's injury time. Pedro Henrique equalized for The Cong Viettel with a header after a cross from captain Bui Tien Dung. The referee checked VAR and confirmed the goal for the away team.
However, the joy of The Cong Viettel players was short-lived. Hanoi Police Club immediately regained the lead after kick-off. Hugo Gomes headed a tricky header that goalkeeper Pham Van Phong could not block despite flying as far as he could.
The remaining time was only enough for The Cong Viettel to make 1 attack and not score. Hanoi Police Club won 2-1 after a series of 4 consecutive draws and losses. The Cong Viettel was in danger of losing the top spot.
Liverpool sink Man City at Etihad
In the early morning of February 24, Liverpool won convincingly with a score of 2-0 against defending champion Man City in round 26 of the Premier League.
Man City started the match with great enthusiasm at home. In the first 5 minutes of the match, the defending champions made Liverpool struggle to defend against two corner kicks and a late run from Marmoush.
In the 14th minute, Liverpool had their first notable attack. Luis Diaz dribbled down the flank but only won a corner kick. In the next situation, the away team opened the scoring.
After conceding the goal, Man City tried to attack on the left wing and the center. Liverpool did not attack in a rush, but with just a little space, the visitors immediately made a difference. In the 38th minute, Salah broke the offside trap, passed Gvardiol, before assisting Szoboszlai to finish from the 16.5m line, putting the visitors 2-0 up.
The match ended 2-0 in favor of Liverpool. Coach Arne Slot's team took a big step forward in the championship race when creating an 11-point gap over Arsenal. Meanwhile, Man City lost both matches against Liverpool this season but still maintained their position in the top 4.
Antony shines and gets sent off
In the early morning of February 24, Antony assisted and then received a red card in Real Betis' 2-1 win over Getafe in round 25 of La Liga.
Antony has maintained an impressive form since joining Betis from Manchester United. In the 18th minute, the 2000-born star broke through from midfield, passing a series of home team players, before passing to Isco in a favorable position. The former Real Madrid midfielder controlled the ball smoothly, before turning and finishing into the far corner, bringing the opening goal for Betis.
Antony has been involved in 5 goals in just his last 5 appearances for Betis (3 goals, 2 assists). If he had been luckier, the 24-year-old would have scored a goal himself.
In the 75th minute, Antony again sparked an attack that brought a penalty for Betis.
70 touches, 3 key passes, 75% accurate long passes, 4 duels won, 3 successful dribbles, 2 accurate tackles are the statistics of Antony's performance against Getafe.
With just a few minutes left in the game, Antony was sent off with a straight red card. The Brazilian had tackled the ball from behind with his boot. The referee did not need to consult VAR to decide to send off the number 7. This punishment will see Antony suspended for the match against Real Madrid on March 2.
