Foreign players shine as Thanh Hoa secures their first victory

(Football results) - Van Huy’s error proved costly for SLNA, helping Thanh Hoa to a slim 1-0 victory at Vinh Stadium during the 8th round of the 2025 V.League.

The match between Song Lam Nghe An and Thanh Hoa in the 8th round of the 2025 V.League was intense and thrilling as anticipated. Despite playing at Vinh, Thanh Hoa demonstrated resilience and efficiency in their gameplay, securing a valuable 3 points.

Right from the kickoff, Thanh Hoa started aggressively with high tempo and quickly created notable chances. Damoth Thongkhamsavath nearly scored with a close-range shot, but the ball narrowly missed the target. Shortly after, Le Van Thuan’s beautiful strike hit the crossbar, leaving fans at the stadium disappointed.

The visitors’ attacking efforts were finally rewarded late in the first half. From a seemingly harmless situation, SLNA goalkeeper Van Huy made a mistake, allowing Rimario to unleash a sharp long-range shot that opened the scoring for Thanh Hoa. This goal put the home team under significant pressure.

In the second half, SLNA pushed forward with full force, continuously pressuring the opponent’s goal. Khac Ngoc had a dangerous long shot that grazed the post, but luck was not on the Nghệ An side. Coach Huy Hoang brought on Van Khanh and Ba Quyen to boost the attack, yet Thanh Hoa’s defense remained focused and tight.

Meanwhile, Thanh Hoa deliberately retreated to protect their lead with disciplined defensive play. Although they stopped launching counterattacks, the visitors held firm against SLNA’s intense pressure to leave with a crucial 1-0 victory, significantly improving their position in the standings.

What time is the SLNA vs Thanh Hoa match and where to watch live?

• Match time:6:00 PM on October 26, 2025.
• Venue:Vinh Stadium (Nghe An).
• Competition:8th round of the V-League.
• Live broadcast channel:FPT Play.

Expected lineups for SLNA vs Thanh Hoa

• SLNA:Van Binh, Van Huy, Van Cuong, Nguyen Hoang, Van Khanh, Manh Quynh, Van Thanh, Carlos, Garcia, Khac Ngoc, Olaha.
• Thanh Hoa:Xuan Hoang; Minh Doan, Van Loi, Ngoc Hai, Abdurakhmanov, Thai Binh, Thai Son, Van Thuan, Van Thang, Rimario, Nguyen Hoang.

SLNA vs Thanh Hoa preview

The match between Song Lam Nghe An and Dong A Thanh Hoa at 6:00 PM on October 26 promises excitement, as both teams struggle near the bottom of the table and are desperate for points to escape their crises. After 7 rounds, SLNA has 6 points, while Thanh Hoa is second to last with only 4 points from 4 draws and no wins in the 2025 V.League.

SLNA has shown signs of improvement since Coach Van Sy Son took charge. Although they only earned 1 point against the reigning champions CAHN, their fighting spirit and discipline have returned. Le Nguyen Hoang’s beautiful goal reflects the confidence and determination of the Nghệ An players. However, the home side will face a major setback with foreign striker Reon Dale Moore suspended, forcing Coach Van Sy Son to consider alternatives, possibly pushing Olaha to the front.

Meanwhile, Dong A Thanh Hoa continues to struggle deeply in crisis, losing cohesion and team spirit. Internal instability and the absence of Mbodji weaken their defense, forcing Thanh Hoa to play cautiously and rely on Rimario and their foreign attackers to shine upfront.

With home advantage and renewed spirit from coaching changes, SLNA is favored and has a strong chance to claim their first win. However, if Thanh Hoa capitalizes on counterattacks well, a draw would not be surprising.

Form and head-to-head record

• SLNA: SLNA is currently on a 5-match winless streak, with 3 draws and 2 losses (scoring 4, conceding 8). Despite signs of progress under Coach Van Sy Son, they still need to improve finishing and defensive solidity.
• Thanh Hoa: Thanh Hoa has yet to win this season, with 5 consecutive draws (scoring 8, conceding 8). The team is working hard but has not been able to break through, often dropping points at crucial moments.
• Head-to-head record: In the last 5 meetings, SLNA has not beaten Thanh Hoa (2 draws, 3 losses). This season’s first leg ended 1-1, and in the previous two encounters, SLNA lost 0-1 at home.