Hong Linh Ha Tinh and PVF CAND finished level at 1-1 in their Vietnam National Champion League clash on October 3, 2025. The draw at Ha Tinh's home ground was a match defined by a quick exchange of goals and a subsequent stalemate, with both teams showing defensive organization after the early flurry. PVF CAND surprised the hosts by taking an early lead, putting Hong Linh Ha Tinh on the back foot. The response from the home team was swift, however, as they equalized shortly after to restore parity. The remainder of the match saw both teams cancel each other out in midfield, with few clear chances created at either end. The shared points did little to alter the league standings significantly for either mid-table side, in a result that highlighted their closely matched qualities.