Before Round 5 of the V-League: Spotlight on Nam Dinh vs CAHN

Round 5 of the V-League promises exciting developments at both ends of the standings.

The earliest match in Round 5 will take place at Hang Day Stadium on Friday afternoon (September 26), where Hanoi FC will face Thanh Hoa (both teams currently have 2 points). Although they have yet to secure their first win, Hanoi FC has shown some positive signs following their coaching change. There is no doubt that coach Adachi's team will target Thanh Hoa, who are second to last in the rankings, as a key opponent to claim all 3 points and gradually return to the championship race this year.

At Vinh Stadium, SLNA (4 points) will confront a team considered to be a rising force in the V.League's near future, Ho Chi Minh City Police (10 points, 5 matches). With the support of their home ground, SLNA will certainly aim to at least secure a point, despite Ho Chi Minh City Police being unbeaten in their last 3 games, including 2 wins.

Becamex Ho Chi Minh City (3 points) will be determined to win when hosting Da Nang (2 points) at the Binh Duong home stadium. Their recent streak of three consecutive losses, all against strong opponents, shows that the team still has much work to do. On the other side, the Danang team is also desperate for points.

At PVF Stadium, newcomers PVF CAND (4 points) will face HAGL (1 point) — the team currently at the bottom of the table. There is no doubt about the determination of both sides to earn points in this encounter. It is likely that both will see each other as key rivals in the fight against relegation.

Lach Tray Stadium will attract special attention from fans with the clash between Hai Phong (7 points) and Ninh Binh FC (12 points), who have won all 4 matches to lead the standings. Hai Phong will be a tough "test" for Ninh Binh FC, even though the home team is considered weaker both in terms of squad strength and current form.

At Thien Truong Stadium, the match between Thep Xanh Nam Dinh and CAHN, the two most recent V.League champions, will naturally be the highlight of this round, where both teams will showcase their best in pursuit of the optimal result.

Performance over the last 5 matches shows Nam Dinh struggling once again at the start, with the team becoming unstable whenever playing away from home. Meanwhile, CAHN has demonstrated more consistent form, despite also competing in continental club tournaments. This "big battle" promises to be thrilling and exciting, with one of the highest levels of professional quality in Round 5!

Finally, the match at Hang Day Stadium between The Cong (8 points) and Hong Linh Ha Tinh (7 points). Analyzing the squad and home advantage, The Cong Viettel can be considered the favorite, while Ha Tinh will aim to secure points when playing away.