Cong Phuong and goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung may meet in the play-off match; Yamal shines in the semi-final with 6 goals

Cong Phuong and goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung may meet in the play-off match

There are reunions that make people wait with all their excitement. But there are also encounters that just mentioning them makes fans' hearts sink. If the 2025 play-off scenario happens as it is gradually taking shape, Cong Phuong and Bui Tien Dung will have to face each other in a match where the loser will be pushed back to the First Division. That would be a fateful match for both of them if it happens.

After several years of obscurity and near-forgetfulness, Cong Phuong is reliving his glorious days in the Binh Phuoc Club jersey.

If there are no unexpected events, Ninh Binh is almost certain to win the championship and get a direct promotion ticket. At that time, Cong Phuong's Binh Phuoc will play a do-or-die play-off match with the 13th ranked team in V.League, a match with only one chance left, no room for mistakes. And the name looming on the other side of the battle line could be... Da Nang of goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung.

Just a few rounds ago, Da Nang were considered the clearest “relegation candidate”. But since Bui Tien Dung took over as the main goalkeeper, everything has changed. They have won 5 points in the last 3 matches.

It is worth mentioning that Da Nang's schedule is quite favorable. They also have direct opponents and especially will face Binh Dinh at Tam Ky Stadium. If they continue their current form, Da Nang can completely surpass them to maintain a safe position, pushing Binh Dinh to the bottom of the table.

Theerathon returns to help Buriram set Thai League championship record

Defender Theerathon returned in the decisive match to help Buriram United win the Thai League for the fourth consecutive time.

After nearly three months of absence due to a serious injury, Theerathon Bunmathan has returned at the right time and in the most perfect way. He has become the one to ignite the fire and create a decisive turning point in Buriram United's journey to the championship in the Thai League 2024/2025.

Before the final round, Buriram United was only 1 point ahead of Bangkok United. Any mistake could cost them the title. However, when the number 1 captain of Thai football returned to the field, confidence was rekindled. It was not just the return of a star, but the return of an icon, of courage, of the desire to win.

3 names in Xabi Alonso's plan for Real Madrid

Xabi Alonso's future in the Real Madrid hot seat is clearer than ever, as potential transfer moves begin to be revealed.

After a disappointing season, with stumbles in the Champions League and Copa del Rey, Carlo Ancelotti's reign at the Bernabeu appears to be coming to an end. The 'Los Blancos' board are said to have decided to carry out a coaching revolution, with Xabi Alonso, who has impressed strongly at Bayer Leverkusen, emerging as the number one candidate.

Although no formal negotiations have been confirmed, Real Madrid's strong interest in Xabi Alonso is undeniable. The former midfielder's agent, Iñaki Ibáñez, has denied any talks, but sources within Leverkusen claim that Xabi Alonso has reached a secret agreement with the club.

According to the latest revelations, Xabi Alonso has outlined an ambitious transfer plan for Real Madrid, with three key targets: Martín Zubimendi, Florian Wirtz and Jonathan Tah.

Yamal shines in 6-goal semi-final

In the early morning of May 1, Yamal scored and had two shots hit the crossbar in Barca's 3-3 draw with Inter in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final at Lluis Companys Stadium.

The second leg of the Champions League semi-final was a thrilling affair from start to finish. Barcelona showed their mettle by drawing 3-3 with Inter Milan, after falling two goals behind in the first 21 minutes.

With this draw, the race for a ticket to the Champions League final is still wide open for both teams. Inter Milan will have a slight advantage as they play at home in the second leg, but Barcelona have proven they have enough courage to overcome adversity.