Round 3 of National U16 Women's: Phong Phu Ha Nam wins convincingly

Phong Phu Ha Nam beat Hanoi 3-0 in the third round of the 2026 National U16 Women's Championship, continuing to assert their position as title candidates.

On the afternoon of July 28, Phong Phu Ha Nam put on an impressive performance, defeating Hanoi 3-0 in the third match of the 2026 National U16 Women's Football Championship. The clash between two title contenders was expected to be evenly matched, but the young team from Ha Nam made good use of their opportunities to secure a convincing victory, thereby continuing to assert their position in this year's tournament.

Right after the kick-off, both teams entered the match with high determination and took the initiative to attack. However, heavy rain poured down in the first half, making the pitch slippery and significantly affecting the quality of play. In these difficult conditions, aerial balls and set pieces became the most effective attacking options, while also posing many challenges for the defenses of both sides.

The turning point of the match came in the 22nd minute when Phong Phu Ha Nam were awarded a corner kick from the right flank. Hanoi's defense was hesitant in clearing the ball, allowing Le Bao Tram to quickly finish from close range, breaking the deadlock. The opening goal lifted Ha Nam's spirits, while the capital team began to show signs of imbalance.

Just four minutes later, Phong Phu Ha Nam continued to exploit set pieces effectively. Hanoi's goalkeeper failed to hold onto the ball after a corner, allowing Khanh Chi to pounce and score with a precise follow-up, making it 2-0. In the 30th minute, Thanh Tam capped off the red-shirted team's explosive first half with a beautiful long-range shot from outside the box, sending the ball straight into the net and giving Phong Phu Ha Nam a three-goal lead after just half an hour of play.

In the second half, Hanoi pushed forward in search of a comeback goal, but faced great difficulties against the tight defensive system of their opponents. Phong Phu Ha Nam proactively slowed down the pace, controlled the midfield, and minimized open spaces. Although both teams created some notable chances, the strikers failed to convert them, and the score remained 3-0 until the final whistle.

The convincing victory over a direct rival not only brought three important points but also served as a statement of Phong Phu Ha Nam's championship ambitions in the 2026 National U16 Women's Football Championship. With effective performances in both attack and defense, the young Ha Nam team is proving to be one of the most consistent and formidable sides in this season.