Sau Tiến Linh, Ho Chi Minh City Police FC continues to receive bad news regarding their squad.

Ho Chi Minh City Police FC suffers a blow with midfielder Makrilos set to miss the next game due to receiving his third yellow card of the season.

Ho Chi Minh City Police FC has just taken a major hit to their lineup as midfielder Makrilos is confirmed to be suspended for one match in the next round of the 2025/2026 V-League. This penalty puts the team in a difficult position, especially since they urgently need points to keep pace with the top contenders.

Makrilos received a yellow card in the 36th minute during the 1-2 loss to Thanh Hóa in round 13. This was his third yellow card of the season, meaning he will be ineligible to play in the next match according to league rules. Losing such a key player in midfield complicates coach Lê Huỳnh Đức’s personnel challenges.

The match against Thanh Hóa was originally seen as an opportunity for Ho Chi Minh City Police FC to secure all three points at their home ground, Thống Nhất Stadium. However, despite being favored, the home team disappointed by allowing the opponent to leave with a victory. Damoth stood out by scoring twice, directly crushing Ho Chi Minh City Police FC’s ambitions.

The only goal for the red-shirted team was scored by Makrilos himself. Nevertheless, this effort was not enough to prevent a 1-2 defeat. The loss leaves the team stagnant on the standings and widens the gap with the leading group.

After round 13, Ho Chi Minh City Police FC trails CLB CAHN by 9 pointsdespite having played two more matches than their rivals. This gap makes the goal of competing for a high position more challenging, especially with the squad affected by suspensions and injuries.

However, coach Lê Huỳnh Đức’s team received some positive news as Lee Williams will return in round 14 after serving his suspension. His comeback somewhat alleviates the squad’s pressure, though the absence of Makrilos remains a significant challenge for the upcoming part of the season.