Hoàng Hên shines, Hanoi defeats Becamex TP.HCM in a six-goal match

(Football result) - Hanoi FC secured a thrilling 4-2 victory over Becamex TP.HCM in an emotionally charged match, where VAR repeatedly became the focal point with a series of notable decisions.

Right after the opening whistle, the visiting team surprisingly took an early lead. At the 43rd second, Nguyễn Trần Việt Cường delivered an impressive solo effort before executing a precise finish, opening the scoring for Becamex TP.HCM. However, the visitors' advantage did not last long. In the 12th minute, after consulting VAR, the referee determined that Milos Zlatkovic committed a foul inside the penalty area, allowing Hoàng Hên to equalize 1-1 from the penalty spot.

The match situation thereafter completely belonged to Hanoi FC. In the 24th minute, Hoàng Hên continued to make his mark with an accurate cross from the left flank, enabling Hai Long to rush in and finish with a one-touch shot, raising the score to 2-1. By the 34th minute, Hùng Dũng skillfully dribbled and then assisted Fisher to score, even though VAR had to be consulted for verification, the goal was still confirmed, helping the home team lead 3-1 as the first half concluded.

In the second half, Becamex TP.HCM attempted to fight back. In the 59th minute, Việt Cường completed his brace with a close-range finish, narrowing the score to 2-3. However, that was all the visitors managed to achieve. In the 68th minute, Hoàng Hên concluded his brilliant performance with a tricky low shot, sealing the 4-2 victory for Hanoi FC.

The final minutes of the match continued to witness numerous controversial incidents. VAR denied another goal for Hanoi FC due to an offside violation in the 85th minute. By the 90th minute, tension escalated when the referee initially awarded Becamex TP.HCM a penalty, but after reviewing VAR, the decision was changed: no penalty and Thành Chung received a red card. Ultimately, Hanoi FC won 4-2, thereby gaining three crucial points in the league standings race.

MATCH END. HANOI 4-2 BECAMEX TP HCM

90': THÀNH CHUNG RECEIVES RED CARD

Initially, the referee awarded Becamex TP.HCM a penalty. However, after consulting VAR, the decision was altered: the visitors no longer had a penalty, and instead Thành Chung received a red card.

85': VAR DENIES

Hanoi FC's goal was not recognized due to an offside violation. After consulting VAR, the referee determined that a home team player was in an offside position.

77': AGAIN HAI LONG

Hai Long attempted to dribble and then unleashed a shot, but the ball went wide of Becamex TP.HCM's goal frame.

74': TOO DANGEROUS

Hai Long executed a high-quality free kick, but goalkeeper Minh Toàn managed to block it in time.

68': GOOOAL. Hanoi 4-2 Becamex TP HCM

Hoàng Hên completes his brace with a low shot into the near corner. The home team scores its fourth goal comfortably.

59': GOOOAL. Hanoi 3-2 Becamex TP HCM

Việt Cường completes his brace with a close-range finish, reducing the score to 2-3 for Becamex TP HCM.

54': NO GOAL

Hoàng Hên and then Fisher alternately attempted shots, but the ball found the post of the visitors' goal.

46': SECOND HALF BEGINS

FIRST HALF ENDS. HANOI 3-1 BECAMEX TP HCM

45+1': NO GOAL

Hoàng Hên attempted a decisive shot from a narrow angle, but still could not beat goalkeeper Minh Toàn.

38': DANGEROUS

Fisher unleashed a fairly good shot, but goalkeeper Minh Toàn still managed to block it in time. The home team narrowly missed scoring a fourth goal.

34': GOOOAL. Hanoi 3-1 Becamex TP HCM

Hùng Dũng skillfully dribbled and then crossed inside, the visitors' defense cleared the ball indecisively, allowing Fisher to rush in and finish. After VAR checked for an offside violation, the referee confirmed the goal.

24': GOOOAL. Hanoi 2-1 Becamex TP HCM

Hoàng Hên delivered an accurate cross from the left flank for Hai Long to rush in and finish neatly with a one-touch shot, helping Hanoi FC increase the score to 2-1.

12': GOOOAL. Hanoi 1-1 Becamex TP HCM

Hoàng Hên accurately finished from the 11-meter spot after VAR intervened, confirming that Milos Zlatkovic committed a foul by stepping on forward Fisher from the home team.

1': GOOOAL. Hanoi 0-1 Becamex TP HCM

Nguyễn Trần Việt Cường executed a classy solo move and then unleashed a precise shot, putting Becamex TP.HCM ahead right from the 43rd second.

1': Match begins

Hanoi kicks off first

Starting lineup

Where to watch Hanoi vs Becamex TP HCM live?

• Match time:19:00 on April 17, 2026
• Match venue:Hàng Đẫy Stadium
• Competition:V.League 2025/26
• Live channel:F PT Play

Analysis Hanoi vs Becamex TP HCM: Determined to win

Hanoi enters round 19 with a relatively relaxed mindset following a convincing 3-0 victory over Hà Tĩnh. Under coach Mano Polking, the capital's team still shows unpredictability, capable of explosive play but also occasionally dropping points regrettably. This lack of stability has caused Hanoi to remain "stuck" in the 4th position, even though the squad quality is considered competitive enough for the top group.

On the opposite side, Becamex TP.HCM is facing more pressure. A 1-2 defeat against Ninh Bình in stoppage time not only left them empty-handed but also exposed issues with end-game composure. With 19 points and the 10th position, the team coached by Đặng Trần Chỉnh remains in the relegation battle group, forcing them to carefully accumulate every point during this phase.

Nevertheless, the away trip to Hàng Đẫy Stadium is predicted to be a very tough challenge. Historical confrontations are not favoring Becamex TP.HCM, as they have not defeated Hanoi since 2022, with a streak of 2 draws and 6 losses. Compared to the past when they were a "nemesis", the current team from Thủ Dầu Một no longer maintains that status.

Considering both squad strength and form, Hanoi clearly holds a slight advantage. If playing to their potential, the home team can fully secure all three points. Meanwhile, a draw result could already be considered a success for Becamex TP.HCM at this moment.

Expected lineup for the Hanoi vs Becamex TP HCM match

• Hanoi: Văn Chuẩn, Văn Chuẩn, Thành Chung, Xuân Mạnh, Văn Toàn, Đình Hai, Hùng Dũng, Hai Long, Hoàng Hên, Văn Quyết, David Fisher.

• Becamex TP HCM: Minh Toàn, Tùng Quốc, Đình Khương, Tuấn Cảnh, Đắc Vũ, Tấn Tài, Thanh Hậu, Hugo Alves, Minh Khoa, Việt Cường, Oduenyi.