Dinh Viet Tu's volley gives The Cong Viettel a 1-0 victory over Thanh Hoa.
A volley in the 63rd minute secured a 1-0 victory for The Cong Viettel at Dong A Thanh Hoa, propelling them back into the top 3 and leaving them 3 points behind Ninh Binh; Viet Tu admitted the goal was 50% skill and 50% luck.
In the 63rd minute, at the Dong A Thanh Hoa stadium, a moment that changed the course of the game occurred: the ball bounced to the edge of the penalty area and Dinh Viet Tu – a defender born in 1992 who had previously played for the Thanh Hoa team – unleashed an improvised volley, sending the ball into the top corner of the net. The home goalkeeper watched helplessly as The Cong Viettel secured a 1-0 victory in a hard-fought and tactical match.
The moment that broke the deadlock.
The goal came from a rare second-ball situation, when the home team's defense hadn't yet closed the gap at the edge of the penalty area. Viet Tu chose his position quickly, in a difficult stance, but finished decisively – a powerful and accurate volley into the top corner. With just one touch, the tight game was broken, and the minimal advantage was enough to seal the victory.
The humility of the old man from Thanh Hoa.
After the match, Viet Tu emphasized the team spirit and fighting attitude of The Cong Viettel: "Today the whole team played with a very high level of determination. Before going onto the field, everyone encouraged each other to fight their hardest to catch up with the teams above them in the standings."
Speaking about the decisive volley against his former team, he frankly stated: "I didn't think too much when I shot. It was a natural reflex, and luck was on my side. This goal was probably 50% skill and 50% luck."
Three valuable points in a difficult match.
On a pitch where the home team played disciplined football, The Cong Viettel needed a moment of individual brilliance to make a difference. The shot in the 63rd minute showcased the finishing technique of the 1992-born defender and reflected the team's focus in a match with limited space and errors.
Impact on the race
The victory propelled The Cong Viettel back into the top 3, narrowing the gap with league leaders Ninh Binh to just 3 points. Ninh Binh remains undefeated, but as Viet Tu said, the season is long and opportunities remain open for the chasing teams. In the next round, The Cong Viettel will face PVF-CAND.
Main information
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tournament | V.League 2025/26 - Round 9 |
| Location | Dong A Stadium, Thanh Hoa |
| Score | Thanh Hoa 0-1 The Cong Viettel |
| Goal scorer's minute | 63 |
| Goal scorer | Dinh Viet Tu |
| Ranking position | The Cong Viettel returns to the top 3, 3 points behind Ninh Binh. |
| Notable observations | "A goal is 50% skill, 50% luck" - Dinh Viet Tu |
Selective statistics
- Result: Thanh Hoa 0-1 The Cong Viettel.
- Decisive goal: Dinh Viet Tu, 63rd minute.
- Position: The Cong Viettel is in the top 3; 3 points behind Ninh Binh.
- Note: Ninh Binh is currently undefeated.
In a season where every moment can shape the race, Viet Tu's volley was both an aesthetic highlight and a message about the fighting spirit of The Cong Viettel: calmly waiting for opportunities and punishing mistakes with quality finishing.
