Ninh Binh FC suffered a second consecutive defeat, falling 2-1 at home to Hoang Anh Gia Lai in the Vietnam National Champion League on February 7, 2026. The match, which kicked off at 19:00, saw the visitors secure a valuable away win, capitalizing on a resilient defensive performance and clinical finishing. This result compounded a difficult week for Ninh Binh after their narrow loss to Cong An Ha Noi, while Hoang Anh Gia Lai built positive momentum. Hoang Anh Gia Lai started brightly and took an early lead, putting the home side under immediate pressure. Ninh Binh responded well and managed to find an equalizer before halftime, raising hopes of a turnaround. However, the second half was a tightly contested affair, with the winning goal arriving from a well-worked move that sliced open the Ninh Binh defense. Despite late pressure from the hosts, the Hoang Anh Gia Lai backline held firm to see out the victory. The match result had a significant impact on the early season table, with Hoang Anh Gia Lai climbing into a stronger position while Ninh Binh was left searching for answers after two narrow losses.