bravery domestic force
If considered on paper, Da Nang is considered a "top" compared to Binh Phuoc. However, the special circumstances of the play-off made things more balanced than ever.
According to the regulations of this round, V.League teams such as Da Nang are not allowed to use foreign players. This is a huge tactical advantage for Binh Phuoc, as this team has operated well throughout the First Division season with all domestic players.
Moreover, Binh Phuoc also has a squad of quality players and has a lot of experience in the V.League arena. Names such as veteran goalkeeper Bui Tan Truong, central defender Huynh Tan Sinh or striker Nguyen Cong Phuong... are bringing professional and psychological stability to the whole team. More importantly, they are not the hasty pieces for the big match, but are the factors that have accompanied Binh Phuoc Club since the beginning of the season, clearly understand the playing style and have understanding on the pitch.
That stability and cohesion is what Da Nang is lacking. Although the Han River football team has made certain improvements at the end of the 2024-2025 V.League season, overall it is still a struggling season, lacking identity and depth in the squad. The inability to use foreign players in the play-off match has significantly reduced Da Nang's attacking power.
Boost from the rear
Not only has a strong domestic force, Binh Phuoc is also receiving great spiritual support from both the leaders of the province and local and Southern fans.
Club President Pham Huong Son - who is famous for his passion for football and is passionate about the development of local sports - has announced that he will give a big bonus if his team wins and officially qualifies to play in the V.League next season. This move has given the players great motivation before the match.
At the same time, fans are also creating a strong wave of support. Not only Binh Phuoc audiences, but also football lovers from Ho Chi Minh City, Ba Ria - Vung Tau, Dong Nai... are working together to cheer on the Southeast team.
With a record of 13 wins, 5 draws and only 2 losses, both of which were defeats against the unbeaten champion Phu Dong Ninh Binh, Binh Phuoc deserved a final match to dream of V.League.
Entering the play-off match with a stable squad, clear tactics, enthusiasm and solid support from behind, Binh Phuoc is holding many advantages to make a difference.
In a match where all gaps in class are temporarily erased when players from both teams enter the field with the mindset that this is a vital match, the determination and careful preparation will be the decisive factor.
If they win, this will be the first time in history that Binh Phuoc football has participated in the V.League, a great step forward and a big boost for local sports. If they maintain their form, coach Huynh Quoc Anh and his team can completely make Truong Tuoi Binh Phuoc's dream of participating in the V.League come true.
The match between Da Nang and Binh Phuoc will take place at 6:00 p.m. on June 27. The winning team will participate in V.League 2025-2026, while the losing team will accept to play in the First Division. The play-off match only takes place once, if there is a draw, the winner will be decided by a penalty shootout. The match was supported by VAR technology and 2 foreign referees.
