OFFICIAL: Cong Phuong's team promoted to V-League

(Football results) - Truong Tuoi Dong Nai won the First Division early with one match to spare and secured promotion to V-League.

Truong Tuoi Dong Nai entered the match hosting Long An with the aim of securing all three points to clinch the National First Division 2025/26 title early. Against an opponent who had already achieved their survival goal, the home team quickly controlled the game and continuously put pressure on Long An's goal.

After many missed chances, Dong Nai found the opening goal in the first half thanks to a precise finish from their main striker. The goal boosted the home team's spirit, while Long An struggled to launch counterattacks.

In the second half, Dong Nai continued to dominate. Fast combinations on the flanks created many gaps in the visitors' defense. Two more goals were scored, extending the home team's lead to 3-0.

The remaining time saw no surprises as Long An could not mount a comeback. The convincing 3-0 victory allowed Truong Tuoi Dong Nai to officially win the First Division with one match to spare and secure promotion to V.League for the 2026/27 season.

Full time, Truong Tuoi Dong Nai 3-0 Long An

75' Match settled

Heavy rain at Binh Phuoc stadium is affecting passes. However, the match is as good as settled with Dong Nai leading 3-0.

66' Goooal, Cong Phuong scores himself

Dong Nai's number 10 broke through to face the goalkeeper and finished delicately to make it 3-0. This is Cong Phuong's third goal in three consecutive matches.

64' Goal, Xuan Truong increases the score to 2-0

Cong Phuong delivered a tricky corner kick and Xuan Truong headed in from close range for an emotional goal.

51' Goal, Truong Tuoi Dong Nai have opened the scoring

A Long An player handled the ball in the box, and from the penalty spot, foreign player Alex Sandro successfully converted to open the scoring.

46' Second half begins

Cong Phuong was brought on along with Ho Thanh Minh. The two players taken off are Minh Vuong and Thanh Binh.

End of first half, Truong Tuoi Dong Nai 0-0 Long An

34' So unlucky for Dong Nai

Tan Sinh's header allowed Luu Tu Nhan a chance to tap in from close range. Unfortunately, the ball hit the post again.

23' Pressure from Dong Nai

Truong Tuoi Dong Nai are doing everything to find a goal. Meanwhile, the visitors Long An have dropped back to defend and are playing very defensively from early on.

14' Still no goal for Dong Nai

The one making an impact again is Alex Sandro. A very smart run to face the goal by Dong Nai's foreign player. Unfortunately, his toe-poke hit the post.

5' No goooal

Alex Sandro broke free into space and squared the ball. However, with the goal wide open, Minh Vuong could not stretch enough to get a shot off towards Long An's goal.

1' Match begins

Starting lineups Truong Tuoi Dong Nai vs Long An:

What time is Truong Tuoi Dong Nai vs Long An and where to watch live?

• Time: 4:00 PM on May 30
• Venue: Binh Phuoc Stadium, Dong Nai
• Tournament: Round 21 of the National First Division 2025/26
• Live on: F PT Play, TV 360

Notable information before the match Truong Tuoi Dong Nai vs Long An:

Truong Tuoi Dong Nai have a great opportunity to officially secure promotion to V.League right in round 21 of the National First Division 2025/26. At home, coach Nguyen Viet Thang's side only need to beat Long An to clinch the title one round early, thanks to the 5-point gap over the chasing team Bac Ninh.

In terms of squad strength and form, Dong Nai are considered superior. The Southeast region team are top of the table with 47 points, while Long An have only 14 points and are second from bottom. However, the home side still face a setback as coach Nguyen Viet Thang cannot directly manage due to a coaching suspension after accumulating three yellow cards.

If they cannot secure all three points, Dong Nai still have their fate in their own hands in the final round. However, if Bac Ninh beat Quy Nhon United, the title race will continue for another week before the new champion of the tournament is determined.

This season also holds special meaning for former Hoang Anh Gia Lai players such as Cong Phuong, Xuan Truong, and Minh Vuong. After many years with the Mountain Town club without winning any club-level title, this trio are very close to their first team trophy in their careers, while also opening the opportunity to return to the V.League next season.

Expected lineups for Truong Tuoi Dong Nai vs Long An

• Truong Tuoi Dong Nai:Tan Truong, Van Khoa, Tan Sinh, Ngoc Duc, Quang Thinh, Minh Vuong, Xuan Truong, Tu Nhan, Thanh Binh, Cong Phuong, Alex Sandro.
• Long An: Minh Duy, Anh Tai, Hoang My, Ivan, Vu Em, Tuan Dat, Hong Son, Trong Dai, Van Trung, Dinh Manh, Ivan