Drawn twice, Ninh Binh's winning streak comes to an end

(V-League result) - The key fixture in round 5 of the 2025/26 V-League at Lach Tray Stadium concluded with excitement, when Hai Phong leveled twice to secure a 2-2 draw against Ninh Binh.

The spotlight match of round 5 in the 2025/26 V-League between Hai Phong and Ninh Binh FC at Lach Tray Stadium finished in a 2-2 draw, delivering an emotional football spectacle for fans.

At the start, both teams approached the game cautiously, prioritizing defensive solidity. However, the turning point came in the 15th minute when Gustavo was fouled inside the penalty area. After reviewing the incident, the referee awarded Ninh Binh a penalty. From the spot, midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc calmly converted, beating goalkeeper Nguyen Manh and putting the visitors ahead 1-0.

Refusing to give in at home, Hai Phong launched a strong attack in the following minutes. Their efforts paid off in first-half injury time when Bicou finished precisely after a clever combination with Huu Nam, leveling the score at 1-1 for the coastal team. This goal ignited a passionate atmosphere in the stands and set the stage for a more open second half.

Right after the break, Ninh Binh took the lead again. In the 50th minute, Geovane Magno showcased his foreign player quality by unleashing a sharp left-footed shot from outside the box, beating Nguyen Manh to make it 2-1 for the visitors. This star-quality goal thrilled the Ninh Binh supporters in the stands.

However, Hai Phong was unwilling to accept defeat easily. In the 63rd minute, from what seemed like a harmless cross by Huu Nam on the right wing, goalkeeper Van Lam misjudged the ball’s trajectory, allowing it to fly straight into the net, equalizing at 2-2. This mistake cost Ninh Binh their advantage and restored balance to the match.

In the final minutes, both sides had chances to decide the outcome, but excellent defensive work and goalkeeping saves kept the score unchanged. Hai Phong continued to show their home resilience, while Ninh Binh dropped points for the first time after four consecutive wins.

The 2-2 draw allows Hai Phong to maintain their consistent home form. Meanwhile, Ninh Binh remains at the top of the table with 13 points, but this draw indicates that the V-League newcomers are not invincible.