Disastrous red card, Hai Phong secures a major victory over CA TP.HCM

(Football result) - Hai Phong completely dominated, defeating Cong An TP.HCM 3-0 thanks to a brace from Tagueu J. and a goal from Trung Hieu, thereby affirming their superior strength.

Hai Phong FC delivered a dominant performance to secure a convincing 3-0 victory over Cong An TP.HCM FC, maintaining a superior game state throughout the 90 minutes.

From the start of the match, Hai Phong proactively controlled possession with a rate reaching 65%, continuously pressuring the opponent. The Port City team launched 21 shots, with 10 hitting the target, far exceeding Cong An TP.HCM's 8 shots (5 on target). That pressure was concretized early in the 30th minute, when Tagueu J. seized an opportunity to open the scoring for the home team.

In the second half, Hai Phong continued to maintain their overwhelming game state. In the 61st minute, Tagueu J. shone again with a goal to increase the score to 2-0, completing his personal brace. When Cong An TP.HCM had to push forward their formation to seek a goal, their defense exposed many gaps. In the 76th minute, Pham Trung Hieu punished the opponent's mistake by scoring to seal the 3-0 victory.

Not only excelling in attack, Hai Phong also demonstrated solidity in their tactical execution. They controlled the tempo well and minimized the opponent's dangerous opportunities. Conversely, Cong An TP.HCM played without composure, receiving up to 4 yellow cards and notably a red card in the 87th minute, making any effort to reverse the situation impossible.

This emphatic victory is proof of Hai Phong's comprehensive superiority, from controlling the game state, finishing ability to competitive spirit. The Port City team fully deserved to earn all 3 points after their impressive performance against Cong An TP.HCM.

What time is Hai Phong vs CA TP.HCM, and where to watch live?

• Time: 18:00 on April 11
• Location: Lach Tray Stadium
• Competition: Round 18 V-League
• Live on: F PT Play

Expected Lineup Hai Phong vs Cong An TP.HCM

• Hai Phong:Dinh Trieu, Viet Hung, Nhat Minh, Tien Dung, Thai Bao, Manh Dung, Luiz Antonio, Huu Nam, Joel Tagueu, Hoang Nam, Lupeta.
• Cong An TP.HCM:Patrik Le Giang, Quang Hung, Felipe, Gia Bao, Viet Hoang, Quoc Cuong, Lee Williams, Endrick, Makrillos, Khoa Ngo, Tien Linh

Analysis of Hai Phong vs Cong An TP.HCM

On the eve of Round 18 of V.League, Hai Phong and Cong An TP.HCM enter their confrontation at Lach Tray with two clearly contrasting states of form.

The Port City team recently regained the joy of victory by defeating Hanoi FC, thereby ending a forgettable streak dating back from November 2025. Conversely, Cong An TP.HCM caused great disappointment by suffering a heavy 0-4 defeat against Thanh Hoa, a result that halted the previous 3-match winning streak of coach Le Huynh Duc and his team.

The contrast in form makes the match even more noteworthy, especially as Hai Phong also holds the home advantage. The history of encounters is also heavily leaning towards the Lach Tray home team, as they have won up to 6 out of the last 7 meetings, with only one draw. This is clearly a significant psychological advantage for coach Chu Dinh Nghiem and his players.

In terms of expertise, Hai Phong is gradually stabilizing their play style with the brilliance of Lupeta in the attack. The Portuguese forward helps fill the gap left by Fred Friday, while bringing efficiency in scoring. Besides, names like Joel Tagueu and Luiz Antonio continue to play important roles, helping the team maintain balance between offense and defense.

On the opposite side, the biggest challenge for Cong An TP.HCM still lies in their attack. Nguyen Tien Linh is experiencing a prolonged slump and hasn't regained his scoring touch. Pressure is therefore placed on young players like Khoa Ngo and Lee Williams, but their lack of stability prevents them from creating breakthroughs.

With their current form and home advantage, Hai Phong clearly has many grounds to aim for a positive result. However, if they can improve their finishing ability, Cong An TP.HCM could still create a surprise in this eagerly awaited match.