Hai Phong beat Becamex Ho Chi Minh City 4-2: A fiery attacking spectacle at Lach Tray Stadium.
In Round 23 of the V-League 2025/26, Hai Phong ended their disappointing run of form with a 4-2 victory over Becamex Ho Chi Minh City, pushing their opponents deeper into the relegation battle.
The late match in Round 23 of the V-League 2025/26 provided a spectacular goal-scoring feast for the fans in Hai Phong. With both teams under immense pressure, the Hai Phong side capitalized on their home advantage to secure a resounding 4-2 victory, ending a four-match winless streak.
A dramatic chase in the first half.
The match started at a high pace as Hai Phong proactively pushed their formation forward to relieve psychological pressure. In the 12th minute, foreign player Luiz Antonio opened the scoring with a quick shot, causing the stands to erupt. However, a mistake by goalkeeper Dinh Trieu in the 17th minute allowed Van Anh to equalize 1-1 for the visiting team.
The drama continued to escalate when Trieu Viet Hung curled a beautiful shot from outside the penalty area in the 27th minute, putting Hai Phong ahead for the second time. However, the home team's joy was short-lived. In the 32nd minute, Zlatkovic Milos executed a superb free-kick, once again bringing the game back to a tie before the first half ended.
Dominance and spectacular goals decided the match.
Entering the second half, coach Dang Van Thanh made tactical adjustments that helped Hai Phong completely control the game. With a ball possession rate of up to 65%, the home team continuously pressed, causing many gaps in the Becamex Ho Chi Minh City defense. In the 60th minute, Trung Hieu unleashed a powerful shot from the left wing, giving goalkeeper Minh Toan no chance to save it.
The visitors' efforts came to an end in the 75th minute. Huu Son executed a precise long-range shot from outside the penalty area, securing a 4-2 victory for the team from the port city. In the final minutes, despite Becamex Ho Chi Minh City's attacking efforts, their impatience prevented them from finding another goal to reduce the deficit.
Statistics and key developments
| Match statistics | Hai Phong | Becamex Ho Chi Minh City |
|---|---|---|
| Final score | 4 - 2 | 2 - 2 (H1) |
| Ball control (H2) | 65% | 35% |
| Goal scorer | Luiz Antonio, Viet Hung, Trung Hieu, Huu Son | Van Anh, Zlatkovic Milos |
This victory helps Hai Phong consolidate their safe position in the middle of the league table. Meanwhile, Becamex Ho Chi Minh City's new head coach, Hua Hien Vinh, still has a lot of work to do if he wants to help the team escape the relegation zone in the remainder of the season.
