Constantly missing chances, Hà Tĩnh draws weakly with Becamex TPHCM at home

Hà Tĩnh Club was held to a goalless draw by Becamex TPHCM on the day the V-League resumed, despite repeatedly creating dangerous opportunities.

Hồng Lĩnh Hà Tĩnh entered the match against Becamex TP.HCM with a proactive approach and consistently applied pressure throughout both halves. The home team dominated possession, launched diverse attacks, and generated numerous dangerous chances, but their lack of finishing prevented them from turning their advantage into goals.

In the first half, Hà Tĩnh quickly pushed their line up, continuously attacking down both flanks with the mobility of Trọng Hoàng and Atshimene. Shots from Duy Thường, Viktor Lê, and Trung Nguyên came one after another, including a ball that hit the crossbar and a shot that struck the post. Nevertheless, Becamex TP.HCM’s goal remained intact, partly thanks to goalkeeper Minh Toàn’s focus.

In the second half, the game did not change much. Hồng Lĩnh Hà Tĩnh kept up the high tempo pressure, creating more shooting opportunities from inside and outside the penalty area. However, the home team’s forwards either lacked accuracy or failed to break through the visitors’ densely packed defense.

On the other hand, Becamex TP.HCM mainly played defensive counterattacks, with only a few notable moments from set-pieces or quick breaks. Yet, these rare chances were not sharp enough to make a difference.

In the end, both teams left the field with a 0-0 draw in a match lacking goal highlights. Hồng Lĩnh Hà Tĩnh dominated play but had to settle for a point, while Becamex TP.HCM was content with a dull away draw.

90'+5: Full time. Hà Tĩnh 0-0 Becamex TPHCM

85': MISS

TPHCM had a rare close-range chance but failed to convert. Both teams struggled to capitalize on dangerous opportunities.

75': STILL NO GOAL

Atshimene took a close-range shot, but Minh Toàn showed excellent concentration and saved it.

61': NO LUCK

Việt Cường shot from outside the box, but the ball was too weak.

49': HÀ TĨNH STILL DOMINATING

Trọng Hoàng made a clever through ball, but Joao Ferreira couldn’t beat Minh Toàn in a one-on-one situation.

45'+4: STILL NO GOAL

Trọng Hoàng had a great chance in a very comfortable position in front of the opposing goal. However, his shot was too soft.

45'+3: MISS

Trung Nguyên fired a shot from outside the box, the ball deflected off a defender and hit the post.

43': SO CLOSE

Viktor Lê received a pass, skillfully controlled it, and volleyed with his right foot but was stopped by goalkeeper Minh Toàn.

39': MISS!

The visitors had their first shot. Zlatkovic took a free kick; the ball was powerful but slightly off target.

30': OFFSIDE

From Đức Việt’s long pass, Viktor Lê stretched to receive the ball but was offside. This caused Atshimene’s subsequent goal to be disallowed despite the ball going into Becamex TPHCM’s net.

23': NO SUCCESS

Trọng Hoàng tried to combine with teammates, but TP HCM’s players defended tightly.

14': NOT YET

Hà Tĩnh has dominated the game since the start. Players like Atshimene tried hard to find shooting chances against Minh Toàn but failed.

6': MISS!!!!!

Atshimene dribbled down the wing and crossed to Duy Thường, who charged for a close-range shot. However, the ball hit the crossbar.

1': Kick-off

Starting lineups

What time is Hà Tĩnh vs Becamex TPHCM and where to watch live?

• Time: 18:00 today, January 30
• Venue: Hà Tĩnh Stadium, Vietnam
• Competition: Round 12 V-League 2025/26 season
• Live on: F PT Play

Expected lineups for Hà Tĩnh vs Becamex TPHCM

• Hà Tĩnh: Thanh Tùng, Viết Triều, Văn Hạnh, Helerson, Sỹ Hoàng, Duy Thường, Văn Bửu, Văn Khánh, Onoja, Tuấn Tài, Atshimene

• Becamex TP.HCM: Minh Toàn, Tùng Quốc, Đình Khương, Milos, Minh Trọng, Minh Bình, Thanh Hậu, Fereira, Thành Nhân, Ugochukwu, Ismaila.

Analysis Hà Tĩnh vs Becamex TPHCM: Home advantage

Playing at home gives Hồng Lĩnh Hà Tĩnh a clear edge entering the match. Since the start of the season, the Central Vietnam team has maintained a tight playing style, emphasizing discipline and cohesion among lines. Hà Tĩnh often deploys a low defensive block, prioritizing safety at the back before launching quick counterattacks, especially effective on set pieces. However, their ability to close out matches remains inconsistent due to heavy reliance on foreign attackers.

On the other side, Becamex TPHCM recently welcomed coach Ueno Nobuhiro. The Japanese coach’s philosophy, focusing on control and organization, is expected to improve the team’s style, but limited preparation time means adjustments may not take effect immediately. Defensive weaknesses, particularly in cover and counterattack resistance, remain a major concern for the team from the industrial city.

Considering the squad quality, both teams are fairly balanced. However, Hà Tĩnh’s more stable playing style and home ground factor give them a certain advantage. The match is likely to be played at a moderate pace, with few clear chances and a tactical approach. A close result is expected, with Hà Tĩnh having better chances to earn points.

Some notable statistics before Hà Tĩnh vs Becamex TPHCM

• Hà Tĩnh has won 2 and lost 3 in their last 5 matches.
• Becamex TPHCM has won 2, drawn 1, and lost 2 in their last 5 matches.
• In the last 5 encounters, Hà Tĩnh won 3 matches, Becamex TPHCM won 1.

Predicted score: Hà Tĩnh 2-1 Becamex TPHCM