Live Ninh Binh vs PVF-CAND, 18:00 today April 18

Live football - With the home advantage, Hoang Duc and his teammates at Ninh Binh promise not to face much difficulty against PVF-CAND, a team desperate for points to escape the relegation group in V-League.

Starting lineup Ninh Binh

Starting lineup PVF-CAND

A point earned against CAHN in the recent round can be considered a result exceeding expectations for PVF-CAND. This achievement helps the team of Coach Tran Tien Dai temporarily escape the bottom position. In the context of not having full preparation for the 2025/26 season due to a sudden promotion after Quang Nam withdrew, staying in the league, or at least securing a play-off spot, can now be seen as a feasible goal for this team.

However, to maintain their current position, PVF-CAND still needs to accumulate more points to create a safe distance from Da Nang. Ahead of their away trip to Ninh Binh's stadium, a draw might be the most realistic target. The home team is showing clear signs of revival after a slump, with 3 consecutive victories across all competitions. Notably, Geovane and Van Thuan have both left their mark with crucial goals, helping pull the team back onto a stable track.

Considering the strength comparison, Ninh Binh is rated slightly superior. Although PVF-CAND possesses many promising young players, they still lack a leader of sufficient caliber to guide the gameplay. Conversely, Ninh Binh has a balance between youth and experience, along with individuals who know how to make a difference at decisive moments. This is precisely the factor that could determine the match's outcome.

Expected lineup Ninh Binh vs PVF-CAND

• Ninh Binh: Van Lam, Duc Chien, Ngoc Bao, Thanh Thinh, Tien Anh, Quang Nho, Thanh Trung, Bao Toan, Quoc Viet, Geovane, Gustavo.
• PVF-CAND: Minh Long, Anh Quan, Ly Duc, Lucas, Vu Tin, Ba Dat, Thai Quy, Xuan Bac, Alastair, Thanh Nhan, Mpande.