Hanoi Police FC let victory slip away against Song Lam Nghe An

Hanoi Police FC failed to capitalize on their numerical advantage, settling for a 1-1 draw against Song Lam Nghe An in Round 10 of the V-League 2024-2025.

Riding high after two consecutive victories in the ASEAN Champions League Two and the National Cup, Hanoi Police FC entered their home match against Song Lam Nghe An with great confidence. This optimism translated into an aggressive start as the team pushed forward early in the game.

However, Song Lam Nghe An’s youthful squad displayed fiery determination and resilience, creating significant challenges for the home side. Against the run of play, the visitors stunned the hosts with an opening goal in the 10th minute. Kuku outmaneuvered a Hanoi Police FC defender and delivered a precise cross for Zaracho, who finished clinically from close range, leaving goalkeeper Nguyen Filip helpless.

The unexpected setback sparked urgency among Hanoi Police FC players. They relentlessly attacked, seeking an equalizer. Their efforts were rewarded in the 41st minute when Hugo Gomes latched onto a perfectly placed cross from Leo Artur, slotting the ball home to level the score. The teams entered halftime tied at 1-1.

The second half saw a dramatic shift in momentum as Song Lam Nghe An were reduced to 10 players in the 53rd minute. Van Bach was shown a red card after a dangerous foul on Le Pham Thanh Long, with the decision confirmed following a VAR review. Despite having a numerical advantage and dominating possession for the remainder of the match, Hanoi Police FC were unable to find the winning goal.

The stalemate was a missed opportunity for Hanoi Police FC to climb into the top three of the standings. Meanwhile, Song Lam Nghe An, still languishing near the bottom of the table, will take solace in a hard-fought point as they prepare to host Binh Duong in their next fixture.

This draw highlights both the attacking inefficiencies of Hanoi Police FC and the remarkable resilience of Song Lam Nghe An’s youthful team, promising an intriguing battle in the upcoming rounds of the V-League.