(Football results) - Hai Phong brilliantly came from behind to beat CA TP.HCM 2-1 right at Thong Nhat Stadium, maintaining their impressive streak and climbing to the top ranks of V-League 2025.
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The highlight match of round 9 in V-League 2025 between CA TP.HCM and Hai Phong at Thong Nhat Stadium ended with a dramatic 2-1 victory for the visitors. Despite scoring early, CA TP.HCM could not hold on to their lead against the strong pressure from the Hai Phong side in the second half.
At the 10th minute, CA TP.HCM executed a perfect counterattack. Quoc Cuong rose high to head the ball precisely past goalkeeper Dinh Trieu, opening the scoring at 1-0 for the home team. The early goal boosted CA TP.HCM’s confidence, while Hai Phong had to push forward to equalize.
In the second half, Hai Phong surged aggressively. Within just 5 minutes, they completed the comeback. At the 59th minute, Fred Friday skillfully maneuvered inside the box and fired a sharp shot to level the score at 1-1. Then at the 64th minute, from a corner kick, Tagueu jumped high to head the ball into CA TP.HCM’s net, putting the visitors ahead 2-1.
In the remaining minutes, CA TP.HCM pushed forward to seek an equalizer, but Hai Phong’s defense held firm, while goalkeeper Dinh Trieu successfully blocked multiple attempts from CA TP.HCM players.
The 2-1 win helps Hai Phong continue their impressive form and rise into the top group of the standings.
Full time: CA TP.HCM 1-2 Hai Phong
89' Hai Phong misses a chance
Tien Dung delivered a powerful header inside the box but unfortunately it lacked the precision to beat goalkeeper Patrik Le Giang.
84' Not a goal
CA TP.HCM launched an attack down the left flank, overseas Vietnamese Lee Williams took a long-range shot, but the ball went off target.
75' CA TP.HCM pushes forward
CA TP.HCM is advancing to find an equalizer, but Hai Phong remains dangerous with counterattacks led by Tagueu and Fred Friday.
64' Goal! 2-1 for Hai Phong
From a corner kick, the ball was crossed into CA TP.HCM’s penalty area, Tagueu rose high to head past Patrik Le Giang, giving Hai Phong the lead over the home team.
59' Goal! Hai Phong equalizes
Fred Friday showed technical skill inside CA TP.HCM’s box and fired a precise shot that beat goalkeeper Patrik Le Giang.
53' Chance for Hai Phong
From a high ball situation, Tuan Anh made a close-range header but unfortunately missed the target.
50' Hai Phong increases pressure
Right at the start of the second half, Hai Phong pushed forward in search of an equalizer.
46' Second half begins
Half-time: CA TP.HCM 1-0 Hai Phong
43' CA TP.HCM misses a chance
Bui Tien Dung committed a foul outside the box, CA TP.HCM earned a free kick but the cross was quickly blocked by Hai Phong defenders.
35' Hai Phong still searching for a goal
Manh Dung delivered a cross from the right wing, but foreign player Tagueu headed off target.
24' Hai Phong steps up pressure
Hai Phong is pushing forward to find an equalizer, mainly attacking down the right side, but CA TP.HCM still shows threat with counterattacks.
15' Dangerous moment
From an effort on the right flank, the ball was crossed inside, Quoc Cuong controlled and shot but the attempt was off target.
10' Goal! CA TP.HCM opens the score
From a counterattack, Quoc Cuong seized the chance and headed the ball into goalkeeper Dinh Trieu’s net.
6' Exciting start
Both teams wanted to control the game right from kickoff. CA TP.HCM and Hai Phong had several chances approaching the opponent’s goal.
1' Match starts
Starting lineups of both teams
The highlight of round 9 in V-League 2025 is the clash between CA TP.HCM and Hai Phong at Thong Nhat Stadium, with both teams in the top 5 having 14 points after 8 rounds.
Before the season, CA TP.HCM was highly rated due to many positive changes in squad and style, even considered a title contender. Meanwhile, Hai Phong was seen as a mid-table team.
However, the impressive performance of coach Chu Dinh Nghiem’s team surprised everyone as they proudly sit 4th in the standings, just above CA TP.HCM by goal difference.
Hai Phong’s success comes from cohesive play, discipline, and strong team spirit, consistently maintained throughout the early season. After 8 matches, Hai Phong has 4 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses.
This makes the away trip to Thong Nhat a big challenge for Hai Phong, especially with CA TP.HCM eager to return to the top after a less stable run. Led by coach Le Huynh Duc, the city team is expected to leverage home advantage and open attacking style to defeat their opponent.
A win would not only move CA TP.HCM ahead of Hai Phong in the standings but also affirm the club’s strong ambitions this season.