In Group B, the match between Dong Thap and The Cong Viettel I attracted the attention of fans. Rated much higher than their opponent, The Cong Viettel I confidently plays offensively. However, the army team encountered many difficulties against the opponent's well-organized defense. Unable to score, The Cong Viettel I had to pay a heavy price.
In the 41st minute, Dong Thap unexpectedly opened the score when Duc Phong of The Cong Viettel I played an own goal. After conceding the goal, The Cong Viettel I's defense still did not play with concentration. In the second minute of extra time, Bui Tran Hieu Thien increased the score to 2-0 after an accurate shot.
In the second half, the efforts of The Cong Viettel I caused Dong Thap to be somewhat reckless. However, the Western representative proved their effectiveness when Tri Dung scored the winning goal to seal a 3-0 victory in the 63rd minute. This is a big surprise for the tournament.
Meanwhile, the match between Kon Tum and Dong Nai was soon decided in the first half. Dao Tuan Sang broke the deadlock for Kon Tum in the 3rd minute. In the 27th minute, Duc Manh's dangerous shot helped the Central Highlands representative widen the gap to 3 goals. Before entering the break, Phuoc An increased the score to 3-0. In the second half, Phuoc An scored another goal, before Minh Nhan scored an honorary equalizer for Dong Nai. The match ended with a 4-1 victory for Kon Tum.
In Group A, PVF had a very difficult match against Tay Ninh. They were taken advantage by their opponents when Truong Huu Quang scored the opening goal for the Southern representative, but Trong Hiep, Trung Anh and Tuan Kiet consecutively scored to help PVF come back to 3-1. Despite having to play with one less player in the second half, Tay Ninh still had a goal to equalize 2-3 but could not win 1 point back.
Meanwhile, SHB Da Nang, despite their best efforts, did not create any surprises against Hanoi. The team on the banks of the Han River lost 0-6 and accepted to leave the tournament right from the group stage.
