Ninh Binh vs SLNA 18:00 11/5: Home team has advantage
Round 10 V-League 2025/26, Ninh Binh hosts SLNA at 6:00 p.m. on November 5. The home team needs to win to keep the top spot when CAHN is 1 point behind; SLNA drew 3/4 of the most recent matches 1-1.
Ninh Binh entered the match to welcome SLNA with a clear goal: three points to consolidate the top position in V-League 2025/26. After a 1-1 draw against Becamex TP.HCM, the home team needed an answer to the problem of finishing, while SLNA of coach Van Sy Son continued their philosophy of playing tight and pragmatic to earn points.
Match information
| Time | 18:00 November 5, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Location | Ninh Binh Stadium |
| Tournament | V-League 2025/26 |
| Live channel | FP T Play, VTV5 |
Background and motivation
The 1-1 draw against Becamex TP.HCM exposed Ninh Binh's biggest limitation at the moment: converting the advantage of the game into goals. Despite good control, the Ancient Capital team still lost two points. With CAHN following closely and only 1 point behind, and also having 1 match left to play, the pressure to win for Ninh Binh is very clear.
On the other hand, SLNA under coach Van Sy Son has been consistent with a safe approach. Three of the last four matches ended 1-1, reflecting the choice to prioritize certainty and cherish every point for the relegation race. Playing away against a championship candidate in form, SLNA's possible goal is still to maintain a solid structure and take advantage of the moment.
Tactical angle: control vs discipline
Ninh Binh is likely to continue to build a proactive game with a high ball circulation rhythm, finding space in the corridors and areas in front of the penalty area. The problem lies in the decision-making in the final third of the field: needing better processing speed, more decisiveness to "finish" early instead of prolonging the game, as the lesson from the most recent draw.
The role of the pillars is emphasized: Hoang Duc maintaining a stable performance will be the fulcrum for the ability to control the rhythm and unlock the opponent's midfield. On that foundation, Ninh Binh needs to increase the quality in the final phase to turn pressure into goals - the key to victory and maintain the initiative in the race to the top of the table.
For SLNA, the priority is still a disciplined squad, minimizing gaps between lines and protecting the central area. A “patient” match – tight defense, limiting errors, waiting for transitions – is a reasonable scenario when playing away against a better quality opponent with home field advantage.
Notable statistics
- Ninh Binh drew 1-1 with Becamex TP.HCM in the last round.
- CAHN is 1 point behind Ninh Binh and has 1 match left to play.
- SLNA drew 3/4 recent matches, with the same score of 1-1.
- Home field advantage and even strength help Ninh Binh be rated higher.
Expected lineup
Ninh Binh
Van Lam, Marcelino, Thanh Thinh, Bao Toan, Quang Nho, Thanh Trung, Duc Chien, Hoang Duc, Thanh Binh, Geovane, Daniel.
SLNA
Van Binh, Van Huy, Justin, Van Cuong, Manh Quynh, Quang Vinh, Nam Hai, Khac Ngoc, Ba Quyen, Van Luong, Olaha.
Key scenario
If Ninh Binh improve their ability to take advantage of opportunities, the overwhelming situation and home advantage will be enough for them to break away. On the contrary, wastefulness can bring the match back to the trajectory SLNA wants: low tempo, little space, and another draw.
