V.League 1-2023 round 10: Another tough match for Khanh Hoa FC

Khanh Hoa FC are going to play Ha Noi Police in round 10 of V.League 1-2023 at Hang Day Stadium on May 30 night. This is expected to be a tough match for the visitors Khanh Hoa FC.
 

Khanh Hoa FC (blue jersey) are likely to have another tough away match (Photo: VPF)

In round 9, Khanh Hoa FC had a difficult time playing against Hai Phong at Lach Tray Stadium. The match was 1-1 in the second half, and a controversial decision of the referee broke the balance. In an effort to prevent a Hai Phong forward inside the penalty area, Minh Huy of Khanh Hoa FC touched the ball before colliding with the home team’s forward. However, the referee counted it as a fault by Minh Huy and gave Hai Phong a penalty. Carlos Fernandez made it 2-1 for the home team. This was also the final result of the match.

With this loss, Khanh Hoa FC ended their unbeaten streak and were surpassed by Hai Phong. After 9 rounds, Khanh Hoa FC have got 10 points, placing at 10th position on the table. In the remaining rounds of the first leg, Khanh Hoa FC have to play against many strong teams namely Hanoi Police, Viettel, Hanoi FC and Hong Linh Ha Tinh. Therefore, Khanh Hoa FC are at risk of placing among the group of teams that have to compete to avoid relegation.

Ha Noi Police, the opponent of Khanh Hoa FC in round 10 is also a newcomer in V.League 1. However, there is a clear difference in investment, target and performances since the beginning of the season between Khanh Hoa FC and Ha Noi Police. In round 10, Ha Noi Police aim for their 5th consecutive victory to vie with Dong A Thanh Hoa for the first place. Meanwhile, Khanh Hoa FC strive to get 1 point.

A.N
Translated by H.N