Van Hau scores a stunning goal, CAHN makes a dramatic comeback against Thanh Hoa

Van Hau’s daring shot from midfield changed the course of the match, sparking an impressive comeback that helped CAHN firmly secure the top spot.

Right after the kickoff, Thanh Hoa started aggressively, pressing high and applying pressure. In the 28th minute, Damoth took advantage of a defensive mistake by the visitors, executed a skillful lob that hit the crossbar before going into the net, causing the stands to erupt. The first half ended with Thanh Hoa leading 1-0, despite CAHN dominating possession but lacking breakthroughs.

In the second half, the top team's resilience showed. At the 56th minute, Alan calmly equalized from the penalty spot. Just 10 minutes later, Van Hau created a masterpiece from midfield, noticing Xuan Hoang pushing forward, putting CAHN ahead 2-1.

Thanh Hoa began to falter while the visitors grew more confident. At the 80th minute, Quang Hai accelerated down the right flank and delivered a precise cross with his weaker foot, allowing Alan to complete his brace and seal a 3-1 victory.

With this full 3 points, CAHN solidified their lead at the top. After 12 matches, they have 10 wins, 2 draws, totaling 32 points, 5 points ahead of Ninh Binh and still enjoying momentum with a 5-game winning streak.

Meanwhile, Ninh Binh has played 13 matches and sits second with 27 points, while The Cong ranks third with 23 points. The gap is widening, and if CAHN maintains this pace, they could pull far ahead in the long race.

90+6': The match ends!

86': Thanh Hoa tries their luck with a long-range shot outside the box, but the ball deflects off a CAHN player and bounces away, causing no trouble for the visitors’ defense.

80': GOAL!!! Quang Hai sprinted down the right wing and crossed accurately with his weaker foot, Alan struck cleanly inside the box to make it 3-1.

71': Dinh Bac broke through to receive a long ball, but Xuan Hoang read the situation well and rushed out quickly to clear the danger.

66': GOAL!!! Thanh Hoa 1-2 Hanoi Police!

After a contested ball bounced out, Van Hau quickly observed and launched a bold shot from midfield; Xuan Hoang had advanced too far and couldn’t retreat in time to save—a truly spectacular goal.

 

64': CAHN maintained steady control and possession after equalizing, while Thanh Hoa dropped back and struggled to withstand increasing pressure.

56': GOAL!!! Thanh Hoa 1-1 Hanoi Police!

The ball hit Van Loi’s hand inside the penalty area. CAHN earned a penalty, and Alan calmly placed the ball with his right instep into the right corner, fooling Xuan Hoang who dived the wrong way.

46': Second half begins

45+2': First half ends. Dong A Thanh Hoa leads 1-0 temporarily.

44': A scare for the home side as Minh Doan’s headed clearance accidentally sent the ball back toward their goal, but fortunately, Xuan Hoang reacted quickly to save it on the goal line.

40': Minh Doan took two consecutive shots inside the box, but his rushed attempts lacked accuracy and were not threatening.

33': Van Tung received the ball outside CAHN’s box and fired a long-range shot, but Nguyen Filip stayed focused and safely caught the ball.

28': GOAL!!!

Relentless pressure from the home team forced Nguyen Filip to clear hurriedly, but Quang Hai and Dinh Bac’s poor coordination allowed the ball to fall to Damoth, who delicately lobbed it onto the crossbar before it went into the net.

15': CAHN has held slightly more possession recently, but their final actions lack sharpness to create clear chances.

11': CAHN was given a free kick opportunity, but Van Do poorly executed it, sending the ball too powerfully over the sideline.

9': Thanh Hoa started actively, pressing aggressively and making it difficult for CAHN to build play and control the game as expected.

5': Hanoi Police deliberately launched long balls early to create chances, but Quang Hai couldn’t accelerate fast enough to control the pass.

1': Match begins

Starting lineups for Thanh Hoa vs CAHN:

Where to watch Thanh Hoa vs CAHN live?

• Time: 6:00 PM, February 24, 2026.
• Venue: Thanh Hoa Stadium.
• Competition: Round 10 - V-League 2026.
• Broadcast: FPT Play, TV360+9.

Match preview: Thanh Hoa vs CAHN

After the Tet break, Dong A Thanh Hoa returns with more worries than excitement. The team remains stuck near the bottom, just 1 point above the danger zone. Despite a 3-match unbeaten run earning 5 points, they still cannot feel secure in the relegation battle.

Financial difficulties have led to numerous personnel problems as the squad keeps shrinking, with many key players and youngsters leaving, leaving the coach with only about 16-18 regular players to rely on.

Recently, Thanh Hoa has had to rely more on spirit than squad depth. At one point, goalkeeper Xuan Hoang was even ready to play as a forward if needed, highlighting the severe shortage of players. Nevertheless, the team’s fighting spirit remains commendable.

They once held Nam Dinh to a 2-2 draw after trailing by two goals and secured an important 2-1 win over Ho Chi Minh City Police. However, with an increasingly packed schedule, maintaining a high intensity with such a thin squad is a major challenge. Thanh Hoa enters the match against CAHN with a fragile lineup and limited rotation options.

On the other hand, CAHN recently faced a rough patch internationally being eliminated from the Southeast Asian Champions Cup and the Asian Cup 2. Within less than a month, they suffered 4 losses in 8 recent matches, mostly in foreign tournaments. Yet, in the V.League, the police team shows a completely different face. They remain unbeaten this season and have a 5-game winning streak domestically.

Thanks to consistent form, CAHN leads the standings and significantly boosts their title chances. They are 2 points ahead of Ninh Binh but still have 2 games in hand. If they capitalize on this advantage, the gap could widen to 8 points, giving them a strong edge in the long race.

Head-to-head history also favors the capital’s team, as in the past two years, CAHN won 3 and lost only 1 against Thanh Hoa. Their last two away matches in Thanh Hoa both ended in victories with 6 goals scored.

With the strength comparison and clear objectives, CAHN is rated higher. Meanwhile, Thanh Hoa must rely on fighting spirit and home advantage to hope for an upset. This encounter is therefore crucial for both sides: one needs points to escape danger, the other aims to accelerate their championship bid.