The Cong Viettel vs Da Nang today: Will the home team climb to the top 2 or will the away team escape?

The latest match of round 7 of V-League 2025-2026 will end with the highly anticipated match between The Cong Viettel and Da Nang at 7:15 p.m. today (October 20) at Hang Day Stadium.

The Cong Viettel , a stable mark under coach Popov

In the context that The Cong Viettel is closely following the leading group and has not known defeat, while the Han River team is struggling at the bottom of the table, this match is considered an opportunity for the home team to continue to accelerate in the championship race.

Match schedule between The Cong Viettel and Da Nang

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Since taking over, Coach Popov has quickly left a clear mark on the way The Cong Viettel operates. Not too flashy but extremely disciplined, The Cong Viettel's playing style this season is based on a solid defense and the ability to change state very quickly. After 6 rounds, they are one of three teams that are still undefeated - along with Ninh Binh FC and Hanoi Police Club. Coach Popov and his team have won 12 points, temporarily ranked 4th but only 2 points behind the top team.

Coach Popov is very individualistic.

Photo: Minh Tu

In the previous round, The Cong Viettel had a tense match on the field of Ninh Binh FC. In a competition where the professional quality was highly appreciated, both teams played with a fiery spirit, fiercely and were not afraid of collision. Two red cards - divided equally for each side - were clear evidence of the "heat" of the match. But above all, it was a draw that reflected the situation correctly, and also affirmed the bravery of The Cong Viettel in big confrontations.

A notable bright spot is the defense – only conceding 4 goals after 6 rounds, among the fewest conceded in the tournament. The defense with stable performance is the launching pad for The Cong Viettel to play more confidently and proactively.

Da Nang Club – Prolonged crisis

On the other hand, Da Nang are still struggling at the bottom of the table, with only 5 points after 6 matches. The biggest problem for the Han River team right now is their weak attack, having only scored 4 goals since the beginning of the season – among the lowest in the league.

Meanwhile, the defense also revealed many holes when facing teams with speed and high pressing ability. Both of Da Nang's victories since the beginning of the season came from set pieces or mistakes by the opponent - showing the ineffectiveness in the way of organizing attacks.

Another point that experts are worried about is the away game mentality. In the last 3 away games, Da Nang have only earned 1 point, and often appear to be completely outclassed in terms of game position. With a midfield lacking creativity and a defense that does not have good support from the wings, having to play away at Hang Day Stadium against a The Cong Viettel team that is in form is too big a challenge.

Predicted result: The Cong Viettel 2-0 Da Nang. A win will help the army team close in on the top spot, and at the same time confirm that they are really a strong candidate for the championship race this season. For Da Nang, if they do not improve soon both in terms of expertise and spirit, the 2025-2026 season will be very long and full of thorns ahead.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/the-cong-viettel-dau-da-nang-hom-nay-chu-nha-leo-top-2-hay-doi-khach-thoat-hiem-185251020090030062.htm