Live: Hải Phòng vs Viettel: Văn Khang on the bench

(Live football) - Viettel’s Thể Công encounters a tough test during their away match against Hải Phòng in round 12 of the 2025/26 V-League.

Starting lineups of both teams

What time is Hải Phòng vs Viettel, and where to watch live?

• Match time: 6:00 PM, January 31, 2026
• Venue:Lạch Tray Stadium
• Competition: Round 12, V-League 2025/26
• Live broadcast channel:F PT Play

Expected lineups for Hải Phòng vs Viettel

• Hải Phòng:Đình Triệu, Trung Hiếu, Tiến Dụng, Nhật Minh, Việt Hưng, Mạnh Dũng, Luiz Antonio, Friday, Hữu Nam, Joel Tague, Tiến Dũng.
• Viettel: Văn Việt, Kyle Colonna, Viết Tú, Hữu Nam, Văn Tú, Tuấn Tài, Văn Khang, Nhật Nam, Wesley, Lucas, Pedro.

Hải Phòng vs Viettel preview

After nearly a three-month break, the V-League returns with an exciting 12th round of matches. The highlight on January 31 will surely be the clash at Lạch Tray Stadium between Hải Phòng and Viettel’s Thể Công, two teams positioned near the top of the table, both with high ambitions for the second half of the season.

Hải Phòng has been a fascinating surprise this season, unexpectedly breaking into the top 3. Without a deep squad or standout stars, the team from the port city, led by coach Chu Đình Nghiêm, maintains stability through disciplined, pragmatic play and excellent chance conversion. Lạch Tray Stadium remains a crucial fortress where Hải Phòng is always ready to compete fiercely against any opponent.

However, the challenge posed by Thể Công Viettel will not be easy to overcome. The military team boasts many talented individuals, well-organized under the guidance of experienced coach Popov, known for his scientific and methodical approach. Currently just behind Hải Phòng in the standings, Viettel aims to secure all three points to move into the top 3 and continue chasing the championship race.

Captain Bùi Tiến Dũng confirmed that the whole team has prepared thoroughly in both fitness and tactics, ready for the final stretch. For Thể Công Viettel, every point now is crucial on their path to the title.

The encounter at Lạch Tray becomes even more exciting with the presence of U23 Vietnamese players such as Khuất Văn Khang and Công Phương for Viettel, and Nhật Minh for Hải Phòng. On the sidelines, the tactical battle between coaches Chu Đình Nghiêm and Popov promises to be decisive for the match outcome.

Form and head-to-head record

• Hải Phòng: In their last 5 matches, Hải Phòng won 2 and lost 3 (40% win rate), showing inconsistent form. Their attack scores regularly, but the defense is prone to errors under heavy pressure.
• Viettel: In their last 5 matches, Viettel won 3, drew 1, and lost 1 (60% win rate), displaying positive form. The military team plays more balanced, efficient, and stable compared to their opponent.
• Head-to-head record: In the last 5 encounters, both teams have 2 wins each and 2 draws, indicating a closely matched and fiercely contested rivalry.