Currently, Hoang Anh Gia Lai has 2 points, Song Lam Nghe An has 4 points. Both are considered to be in the group that will have to compete for relegation this season.
Hoang Anh Gia Lai has drawn 2 (Hanoi FC and PVFCAND) in the last 3 matches, and only lost a narrow match to the remaining match (0-1 against Ho Chi Minh City Police), all 3 matches were on the opponent's field.
Such a result is not too bad, and they can completely aim for 3 points when meeting a strong opponent, Song Lam Nghe An, when returning home.
Song Lam Nghe An has just said goodbye to coach Phan Nhu Thuat after the 3-3 loss to Ho Chi Minh City Police right at home, and will probably aim for a draw in this away trip under the leadership of interim coach Nguyen Huy Hoang.
