Becamex Ho Chi Minh City earned a vital 2-0 away win over Cong An Ho Chi Minh City in the Vietnam National Champion League on May 23, 2025. This local derby victory provided a significant boost for Becamex's league campaign and bragging rights in Ho Chi Minh City. The visitors started brightly and took the lead in the 25th minute with a well-worked team move finished from inside the box. Cong An Ho Chi Minh City struggled to respond and found themselves two goals down early in the second half when Becamex scored from a corner. The home side's frustrations grew, and they were reduced to ten men after a second yellow card with twenty minutes remaining, effectively ending any hope of a comeback. Becamex managed the game professionally from there to see out the win. The three points were crucial for Becamex's league table position, moving them away from the lower reaches, while the loss was a setback for Cong An's season. The Becamex manager praised his team's derby mentality.