V.League Round 23: Nam Dinh vs Hanoi FC Title Race

Nam Dinh and Hanoi FC Ignite the Title Chase

Round 23 of the LPBank V.League 1 – 2024/25 delivered explosive action with goal-heavy matches at Thien Truong and Hang Day stadiums. Thép Xanh Nam Định continued their phenomenal form, crushing Hoàng Anh Gia Lai 6-1 and stretching their winning streak to four consecutive games, scoring 14 goals and conceding only three. The dominant win not only reinforced their position at the top of the standings but also fueled hopes of clinching their second V.League title.

However, the capital club Hanoi FC responded with authority. Despite conceding an early goal, they stormed back to defeat TP.HCM 5-1 in front of home fans. A pre-match summer downpour didn’t slow them down; instead, it became the spark for a spectacular comeback. This win ensures the title race remains a tight two-horse battle, with Nam Dinh holding a five-point edge but Hanoi FC having a favorable run-in and proven end-season stamina. The championship picture is narrowing, with other top-half teams unlikely to catch the leading duo unless a major upset occurs.

Relegation Fight Intensifies as SHB Da Nang Closes Gap

In the relegation zone, SHB Đà Nẵng delivered a critical victory against Quảng Nam, bringing them level on 20 points with Quy Nhơn Bình Định. Although Bình Định has a game in hand, SHB Đà Nẵng holds a significant head-to-head advantage after winning both meetings this season. Their recent surge—three wins, one draw, and one loss in five games—signals a real threat to the teams above. SLNA and Quảng Nam, sitting just a win ahead, are within striking distance, making every remaining match vital.

With three rounds to play, the V.League 2024/25 is far from settled. At both ends of the table, battles for survival and glory continue with intensity. The performances of teams like SHB Đà Nẵng and Hanoi FC have reignited excitement, ensuring fans will be treated to a dramatic conclusion in the final stretch of the season.