Ninh Binh FC edged out PVF CAND in a thrilling 3-2 victory in the Vietnam National Cup on March 21, 2026. The match was a five-goal spectacle that saw Ninh Binh FC advance in the cup competition after a hard-fought battle against a determined PVF CAND side. Ninh Binh started strongly, taking an early lead, but PVF CAND responded quickly to level the score. The home side then regained the lead before halftime. The second half saw PVF CAND equalize once more, setting up a tense finale, but Ninh Binh found a late winner to secure their passage to the next round. The match result is a significant achievement for Ninh Binh FC, keeping their cup dreams alive and providing a morale-boosting victory. For PVF CAND, the narrow defeat is a disappointment, but their fighting spirit in a high-scoring game will be a positive takeaway despite their elimination from the tournament.