Before this match, Hoang Anh Gia Lai went through a 2-match winless streak, putting the mountain town team under a lot of pressure.
At Vinh Stadium, coach Le Quang Trai's students continued to face difficulties when they were overwhelmed by the opponent for most of the time.
However, the moment of brilliance of foreign player Batista in the 58th minute with a decisive long-range shot brought the only goal of the match.
This result helps Hoang Anh Gia Lai rise to 10th place in the standings with 22 points, creating a 9-point gap with the bottom team. In the context that there are only 5 rounds left in the season, the relegation opportunity of the mountain town team becomes wider.
In another notable match, The Cong Viettel drew 1-1 with Ninh Binh at Hang Day Stadium. The home team opened the score from the penalty spot by Lucao after Khuat Van Khang brought home the penalty.
However, The Cong Viettel had to play with one less player from the end of the first half, creating conditions for Ninh Binh to find an equalizer at the beginning of the second half thanks to Dung Quang Nho's finish.
With this result, Ninh Binh has 38 points, unable to return to 3rd place when 1 point behind the team ranked above. Meanwhile, The Cong Viettel has 43 points and continues to chase the leading group.
V.League 2025-2026 is entering a decisive stage when the championship and relegation races are both tense.
