Xuân Son lacks luck, a 30-meter super strike saves Nam Định

(Football result) - Becamex TP.HCM and Nam Định drew 1-1 in round 20 of V.League 2025/26, in an emotionally rich match featuring VAR, a super strike, and many missed opportunities.

Becamex TP.HCM started enthusiastically and quickly scored the opening goal in the 2nd minute. From Minh Khoa's favorable pass, Việt Cường rushed down and decisively finished, defeating the opposing goalkeeper to put the home team ahead. The early goal helped Becamex TP.HCM play confidently, maintaining a solid game state for most of the first half.

Meanwhile, Nam Định faced many difficulties in developing their attack. Despite having notable names like Xuân Son, the visiting team still appeared stuck against the opponent's tight defense. Their most significant opportunity in the first half was Xuân Son's header in the 41st minute, but it could not overcome the excellence of goalkeeper Minh Toàn.

Entering the second half, Nam Định pushed their formation higher aiming to find an equalizing goal. After many efforts, the visiting team was rewarded in the 66th minute with an explosive moment. From a distance of nearly 30 meters, Giáp Tuấn Dương unleashed an extremely powerful shot, sending the ball straight into the corner of the net, giving the goalkeeper no chance to save, equalizing the score 1-1.

The remaining minutes witnessed an exciting back-and-forth battle. Nam Định even put the ball into the net in the 82nd minute, but Xuân Son's goal was not recognized after VAR confirmed an offside foul earlier. On the other side, Becamex TP.HCM also had a chance to finish the match in stoppage time, but Việt Cường's shot narrowly missed the post.

Ultimately, the two teams drew 1-1 in a dramatic match, as both had reasons to regret.

90+8' The match ends with a 1-1 score

90+3' No goal.

Nguyễn Trần Việt Cường handled very well to open up a shooting angle right before Nam Định's goal. However, the very powerful shot by the Becamex TP.HCM forward narrowly missed the goal frame.

82' VAR speaks up

After about 5 minutes of VAR review, the referee decided not to recognize Xuân Son's goal due to an offside situation by Lucas Alves just before.

72' Attack improves

Nam Định is attacking enthusiastically after the equalizing goal. Two consecutive finishing attempts by Tuấn Anh within minutes, unfortunately luck did not accompany them.

66' Goal.

Giáp Tuấn Dương explodes with a shot from about 30 meters. The ball travels very powerfully straight into the corner of the net, and goalkeeper Minh Toàn's diving save only adds beauty to the super strike. Nam Định equalizes 1-1 after a long period of relentless attacking.

50' High attacking push

Nam Định immediately increases their attacking speed at the start of the second half, however Becamex TP.HCM's defense is still standing firm.

46' Second half begins

45' + 2 First half ends with a 1-0 score favoring Becamex TP.HCM

45' Too regrettable

Again Việt Cường with a decisive finish after Minh Khoa's excellent pass. However this time the ball found the post.

41' No goal.

Xuân Son chose a very good heading position after a corner kick from the right flank but goalkeeper Minh Toàn made a miraculous diving save.

29' Stalemate

Nam Định is pushing high to seek an equalizing goal. However, the attacking situations by Xuân Son and teammates have not yet created danger to Becamex TP.HCM's goal.

13' Not successful

Tô Văn Vũ crosses the ball quite accurately into the 16.5-meter area, Xuân Son jumps high to meet the ball but his header is too gentle and easily neutralized by goalkeeper Trần Minh Toàn.

2' Goal.

Nguyễn Trần Việt Cường rushed up and finished extremely decisively after Minh Khoa's clever pass. The score is 1-0 for Becamex TP.HCM as the match just began.

1' The match begins

Starting lineup of Becamex TP.HCM:

Starting lineup of Nam Định:

Watch Becamex TP.HCM vs Nam Định live, what time, where?

• Location: Bình Dương Stadium
• Competition: Round 20 LPBank V.League 2025/26
• Watch live on: TV 360, F PT Play

Analysis of Becamex TP.HCM vs Nam Định

The match between Becamex TP.HCM and Nam Định at 18:00 on April 25 promises a contrasting game state as the visiting team currently has superior form.With the goal of breaking into the top 5, Nam Định will certainly exert full effort to secure all 3 points.

Nam Định's recent form is very impressive as they have won 5 out of their last 6 matches, thereby accumulating 27 points and closing in on the leading group. This positive streak not only helps the Nam team improve their position but also creates great mental excitement. Their gameplay is running smoothly, especially in utilizing opportunities and controlling the midfield.

On the other side, Becamex TP.HCM shows an unstable face. The home team currently ranks 10th with 19 points, and although their home record is not too bad, they still haven't created confidence. Against an opponent with high form and a more balanced squad, Becamex TP.HCM is rated as inferior in many aspects.

Although they won 2-1 in the first leg, the current context has clearly changed. Nam Định is in rhythm, while the home team is inconsistent. It is likely that Becamex TP.HCM will play defensive counter-attack, focusing on tightly locking the dangerous spearheads of the opponent, especially Xuân Son.

However, with a slightly stronger squad and stable form, Nam Định is likely to control the game state and create a difference. If they maintain the effectiveness as in recent times, the visiting team can completely leave with a victory.

Expected lineup for Becamex TP.HCM vs Nam Định

• Becamex TP.HCM:Minh Toàn; Tùng Quốc, Tuấn Cảnh, Đình Khương, Milos, Tấn Tài, Minh Khoa, Alves Hugo, Hồng Quân, Việt Cường, Oduenyi.
• Nam Định:Nguyên Mạnh, Văn Kiên, Văn Tới, Tuấn Dương, Văn Vĩ, Lusamba, Caio, Văn Đạt, Văn Vũ, Xuân Son, Akolo.