The only goal of the match was scored in the 12th minute. From an accurate cross, Williams Lee moved reasonably and headed dangerously, opening the score for the away team. This was also a decisive goal in the context that the two teams played under heavy rain, significantly affecting professional quality.
After taking the lead, Ho Chi Minh City Police actively played defensively, prioritizing controlling the game and limiting mistakes in the defense. Meanwhile, Hong Linh Ha Tinh made efforts to push up the squad to find an equalizer, creating many notable opportunities, especially Atshimene's shots. However, inaccuracy at the final stage prevented the home team from penetrating the opponent's net.
Stepping into the second half, the game did not change much when Hong Linh Ha Tinh continued to increase pressure. However, the defense of Ho Chi Minh City Police stood firm against successive attacks. In the final minutes, the away team retreated deep to preserve the score and successfully kept a clean sheet.
In the end, Ho Chi Minh City Police won 1-0 against Hong Linh Ha Tinh. This result helped coach Le Huynh Duc's team climb to 5th place in the V.League 2025-2026 standings with 29 points after 20 rounds.
