CLB Thanh Hoa produced a dramatic late surge to beat SHB Da Nang 3-2 in a thrilling Vietnam National Champion League encounter on 6 September 2026, with all five goals arriving before the hour mark at a packed home venue.

The match, which kicked off at 18:00 local time, lived up to its billing as one of the standout fixtures of the round. Thanh Hoa looked sharp in possession from the opening whistle, but SHB Da Nang showed why they remain a dangerous outfit on their travels, responding twice when the hosts moved ahead. In the end, however, it was Thanh Hoa’s attacking persistence that made the difference in an absorbing contest.

First-half fireworks

Thanh Hoa seized control early, pressing high and forcing Da Nang goalkeeper into a series of saves. The breakthrough came midway through the first half when a well-worked move down the right flank ended with a calm finish inside the box, sending the home supporters into celebration.

SHB Da Nang’s response was swift. A quickly taken free-kick caught the Thanh Hoa defence flat-footed, allowing the visitors to level with a low drive that found the far corner. The momentum shifted briefly, but Thanh Hoa restored their lead before the break with a thumping header from a corner, making it 2-1 at halftime.

A tense second half and a winning goal

Da Nang again showed resilience after the restart. Just ten minutes into the second period, a defensive miscommunication gifted the visitors possession inside the box, and they pounced to make it 2-2. With the match evenly poised, both coaches looked to their benches for fresh energy.

The winning moment arrived in the 66th minute. Thanh Hoa won a free-kick in a dangerous position on the edge of the area, and a well-struck set piece crashed off the crossbar before a forward reacted quickest to turn home the rebound. It was a scrappy but vital goal that restored the home side’s lead for a third time.

Key moments

• First goal: Thanh Hoa’s patient build-up pays off with a clinical finish.
• Da Nang equalise: Quick free-kick catches Thanh Hoa sleeping.
• Thanh Hoa retake lead: Powerful header from a corner makes it 2-1.
• Second Da Nang equaliser: Defensive mix-up punished inside the box.
• Winning goal: Rebound from a free-kick is turned home at 2-2.

What it means

Victory gave Thanh Hoa a crucial three points as they continue to challenge near the top of the Vietnam National Champion League standings. For SHB Da Nang, the defeat will be tough to take given their two fighting comebacks, but they can take heart from a spirited attacking display away from home.

The result also highlights Thanh Hoa’s growing reputation under pressure: their ability to regain the lead twice and hold on through the closing stages could prove important as the title race intensifies.