Tiến Linh fails to score, but CA TP HCM still defeats HAGL

(Football result) - HAGL suffers its second consecutive loss after a narrow defeat to CA TP HCM at home.

The match at Pleiku Stadium started with an open game as HAGL proactively pushed their formation forward to attack. In the 6th minute, Thanh Nhân had a chance facing goalkeeper Patrik Lê Giang, but his shot from a narrow angle wasn't sharp enough to open the scoring. The home team continued to apply pressure with many aerial plays, forcing the CA TP.HCM goalkeeper to work quite hard.

The visiting side also had notable counterattacks. In the 25th minute, from Đức Huy's favorable cross, Tiến Linh jumped high for a close-range header, but goalkeeper Trung Kiên made an incredible reflex save for HAGL. Both teams later created several more dangerous opportunities, but inaccurate finishing prevented a goal.

The turning point of the match came in the 45th minute. From Markillos' favorable cross on the right flank, Khoa Ngô rushed in to tap the ball close-range into the empty net, helping CA TP.HCM take a 1-0 lead just before the first half ended. In the second half, HAGL increased pressure to find an equalizer. In the 57th minute, the home team believed the ball touched an opponent's hand in the penalty area, but after consulting VAR, the referee decided not to award a penalty.

In the final minutes, HAGL continuously pressed with many crosses for foreign players to head, but still couldn't penetrate the visitor's defense. Meanwhile, CA TP.HCM proactively slowed down the game's pace and received two consecutive yellow cards for time-wasting fouls. Ultimately, CA TP.HCM secured a narrow 1-0 victory over HAGL.

Full time, HAGL 0-1 CA TP HCM

76' Two consecutive yellow cards

CA TP HCM players are doing everything to dampen HAGL's momentum. Two players have received yellow cards for time-wasting fouls.

65' Pressure from HAGL

Continuous dangerous attacks, especially crosses for foreign players to head, but the equalizing goal hasn't arrived.

57' No penalty

HAGL players believed the ball touched a CA TP HCM player's hand in the penalty area. VAR intervened and determined there would be no penalty kick.

46' Second half begins

End of first half, HAGL 0-1 CA TP HCM

45' Goal, CA TP HCM opens the scoring

HAGL's defense was completely beaten by Markillos' cross. Overseas Vietnamese Khoa Ngô simply tapped the ball close-range into the empty net.

33' Still no goal

Both HAGL and CA TP HCM have had clear chances of their own but need more accurate finishing to score.

25' Incredible reflex save

Đức Huy's perfect cross gave Tiến Linh a chance for a close-range header. However, HAGL goalkeeper Trung Kiên made an unbelievable save.

14' Impressive attack by HAGL

Goalkeeper Patrik Lê Giang is working very hard after impressive aerial challenges from HAGL's foreign forwards.

6' No goal

Thanh Nhân had a chance facing Patrik Lê Giang, but his shot from a close angle wasn't difficult enough to beat the CA TP HCM goalkeeper.

1' Match begins

Starting lineup for HAGL vs CA TP HCM:

What time is the HAGL vs CA TP HCM match, and where to watch it live?

• Time: 18:00 on March 7
• Location: Pleiku Stadium
• Competition: Round 15 of V-League 2025/2026
• Live on: F PT Play

Notable information before the HAGL vs CA TP HCM match:

At Pleiku Stadium, Hoàng Anh Gia Lai (14 points) will have the chance to reclaim the "debt" of a 0-1 loss in the first leg when hosting CAHCM (20 points). The mountain city team is very determined to utilize home advantage to achieve a favorable result against an opponent rated slightly stronger.

The 1-3 loss to CAHN in round 14 away did not greatly affect HAGL's morale. Returning to Pleiku, the mountain city team is expected to show a different face, especially since their opponent is struggling with form.

In the last two matches, CAHCM suffered defeats against opponents considered weaker: Đông Á Thanh Hóa and Becamex TP.HCM. Notably in the "Saigon derby," both coach Huỳnh Đức and key striker Tiến Linh couldn't help the team find a goal.

Despite an open game and opponents not defending too tightly, CAHCM remained stagnant in organizing attacks and finishing. This is a major weakness of the visitors, and if HAGL utilizes opportunities well, they can confidently aim for a full 3-point victory.

Expected lineup for the HAGL vs CA TP HCM match

HAGL:Trung Kiên, Quang Kiệt, Fiho Jairo, Du Học, Phước Bảo, Thanh Sơn, Thanh Nhân, Silva, Ngọc Lâm, Vĩnh Nguyên, Batista.

CA TP HCM: Lê Giang, Matheus, Khoa Ngô, Quang Hùng, Quốc Cường, Việt Hoàng, Endrick, Đức Phú, Ngọc Hà, Tiến Linh, Williams.

Major surprise: HAGL's Technical Director Vũ Tiến Thành becomes head coach of Ninh Bình

Before Round 15 of V-League: Major battle at Hàng Đẫy