Round 19 V.League 2024/2025: Fierce relegation battle

The unexpected developments in round 18 of V.League 2024/2025, with 5 draws out of 7 matches, have shown the fierce and unpredictable competition of the National Championship - V.League 2024/2025. Round 19 promises to continue to bring dramatic matches, based on the calculations and current form of the teams.

Challenge the top

The fact that Nam Dinh Steel Club was held to a draw by Ho Chi Minh City at home in round 18 shows that no opponent is easy. In round 19, coach Vu Hong Viet and his team will have to play away at SHB Da Nang, a team at the bottom of the table and more desperate for points than ever in the relegation battle.

Despite their stable performance, Nam Dinh need to be cautious against Da Nang's fighting spirit, especially when the Han River team has no way back. Another misstep could completely close the 4-point gap with Hanoi Club.

Opportunity for the pursuer

After winning in round 18, Hanoi FC is showing the necessary stability in the important stage of the season. In round 19, they will have a difficult away match against Becamex Binh Duong. Although Binh Duong is showing signs of slowing down after a period of sublimation, Go Dau Stadium is always a big challenge for any away team.

However, with Nam Dinh having a difficult match with the bottom team, this is an opportunity for Hanoi Club to narrow the gap, even put pressure on the top spot if they win all 3 points.

Top Group Battle: Maintain Position and Break Out

The Cong Viettel Club, despite losing points against Hong Linh Ha Tinh in round 18, still maintains its position in the top 3 teams. In round 19, they will have a fateful derby match with Dong A Thanh Hoa. The 2-2 draw in the previous round shows that Viettel's defense still has problems that need to be overcome. Thanh Hoa, with home field advantage and the desire to break into the top 3 teams, will certainly cause many difficulties for the army team. This is a key match in determining the position of both teams in the championship race.

Hanoi Police FC, after an impressive win over Hoang Anh Gia Lai, have made a strong comeback in the championship race. In round 19, they will have home advantage when they welcome Ho Chi Minh City FC, who just drew with Nam Dinh. The victory in round 19 certainly gave the defending champions great confidence. However, Ho Chi Minh City FC showed that they are not an easy opponent to beat, especially after a resilient performance against the top team.

Middle Group: Seeking Stability

Dong A Thanh Hoa and Hong Linh Ha Tinh clubs, after not-so-impressive results in round 18 (Thanh Hoa drew with Song Lam Nghe An, Ha Tinh drew with The Cong Viettel), both need a win in round 19 to consolidate their positions and raise hopes of higher competition. The derby with Viettel will be a high-dose test for Thanh Hoa, while Ha Tinh will have a difficult away trip to Hoang Anh Gia Lai.

Becamex Binh Duong, after a period of decline, needs a victory against Hanoi Club to regain confidence and not be left too far behind in the race.

Relegation battle: Every point is gold

The valuable draw against Thanh Hoa helpsLam River Nghe Anhave a slight advantage in the relegation battle. However, they will have to face Quang Nam in round 19, a team that just lost to Quy Nhon Binh Dinh and is also in dire need of points to escape the danger zone.

The victory over Quang Nam in round 18 has brought a new wind to Quy Nhon Binh Dinh. They will have a trip to Hai Phong in round 19. Although Hai Phong is always strong at home, the high spirit after the victory can help Binh Dinh create a surprise.

The biggest pressure is on SHB Da Nang. The match against the top team, Nam Dinh Steel Blue, in the next round is predicted to be a huge challenge. If there are no points, the gap with the safe group will widen, making the chance of staying in the league more fragile than ever.

Hai Hoang