10:03, 19/03/2022

Khanh Hoa FC lose on home ground

Although being assessed to be stronger than their opponents and having the advantage with an early goal, Khanh Hoa FC lost their first home match of the season when they were fought back by Phu Dong FC in a round 2 match on March 12, conceding a 1-2 defeat.
 

Although being assessed to be stronger than their opponents and having the advantage with an early goal, Khanh Hoa FC lost their first home match of the season when they were fought back by Phu Dong FC in a round 2 match on March 12, conceding a 1-2 defeat.
 
 
Khanh Hoa FC playing Phu Dong FC at 19/8 Nha Trang Stadium
Khanh Hoa FC playing Phu Dong FC at 19/8 Nha Trang Stadium
 
The hosts displayed a disjointed performance in the match with Phu Dong FC. Before the match, in terms of maturity and experience, Khanh Hoa FC players were highly appreciated than the young players of Phu Dong FC. Many players of Khanh Hoa FC have had much experience playing in V.League 1, the country’s top professional football league, namely Duy Thanh, Huu Khoi, Tan Tai, Van Thanh, etc. However, in the match, the hosts displayed a lack of confidence and connection among players. Meanwhile, the visitors were sharper in scoring.  
 
Khanh Hoa FC took an early lead when Dinh Khanh was brought down in the box and Van Thanh made no mistake with his penalty. Phu Dong FC responded immediately with two goals scored from corners, putting the visitors ahead 2-1 in the first half.
 
In the second half, Khanh Hoa FC fielded experienced midfielder Tan Tai and forward Le Duy in an effort to change the play and create more opportunities for an equalizer. They pushed forward almost the second half, but they could not convert their scoring chances.  The tight defense of Phu Dong FC helped them to protect the score and also saw Khanh Hoa FC lose their first home match. Conceding the defeat, Khanh Hoa FC dropped to ninth from the top position (after round 1). Binh Phuoc and Phu Dong FC are currently occupying the first and second positions respectively. 
 
A.N
Translated by H.N