Tay Ninh U21 0–2 Song Lam Nghe An U21: Visitors Dominate in Vietnam U21 Championship

The 2026 Vietnam U21 Championship continued to produce compelling action as Song Lam Nghe An U21 secured a comfortable 2–0 victory over Tay Ninh U21 on 14 July. The result underlined the visitors’ status as one of the tournament’s strongest sides and left Tay Ninh searching for a first win of the campaign.

Match Summary

Song Lam Nghe An took control from the outset, dominating possession and creating numerous chances against a Tay Ninh side that sat deep. The breakthrough came in the 26th minute when midfielder Nguyễn Văn Bình unleashed a powerful drive from the edge of the area that nestled into the bottom corner.

Second‑Half Sealer

Tay Ninh U21 improved after the interval, briefly threatening through quick counter‑attacks, but Song Lam Nghe An’s defence, marshalled by captain Trần Văn Long, remained resolute. The visitors doubled their lead in the 68th minute: a well‑worked free‑kick routine saw Lê Văn Hùng head home from close range, effectively ending the contest.

Key Factors

• Midfield dominance – Song Lam Nghe An’s three‑man midfield out‑worked their counterparts, recycling possession and dictating tempo.
• Defensive solidity – Tay Ninh managed only two shots on target, both comfortably saved.
• Set‑piece efficiency – the second goal came from a practised set‑piece routine, highlighting the visitors’ preparation.

Tournament Implications

Song Lam Nghe An U21’s victory lifted them into the top four of the group standings, keeping their qualification hopes alive for the knockout stage. For Tay Ninh U21, the loss leaves them near the bottom of the table with a mounting goal difference problem. The team will need a dramatic turnaround in upcoming fixtures to avoid elimination.