Matches in the 15^th round of Viet Nam’s top-tier V-League 2019 took place at stadiums across the country on 12 and 13 July, with many exciting and dramatic matches. 

SHB’s midfielder Dang Anh Tuan (in orange)

SHB Da Nang managed a 1-1 home draw against 12^th-placed Hai Phong at the city-based Hoa Xuan Stadium on Saturday.

The hosts controlled the early exchanges of the match, and put a lot of pressure on the visitors’ goal, but they were unable to score in the first half.

Thanks to his ability to handle the ball in a stable position and take the advantage of accurate passes from his teammates, striker Andre Diego Fagan ceaselessly threatened SHB's goalkeeper. Jamaican player’s great efforts were paid off as he opened the scoring for the guests in the 45^th minute.

Meanwhile, some of SHB players missed several scoring chances due to their inaccurate shots.

In the 74^th minute, midfielder Dang Anh Tuan levelled the score at 1-1 for the home team after latching on to an accurate pass from striker Do Merlo. This was the final result of the game.

In the other matches, bottom-of-the table Sanna Khanh Hoa secured a shock 2-2 draw with defending champions Ha Noi FC at the Hang Day Stadium in Ha Noi.

Thanh Hoa defeated Song Lam Nghe An 2-0 at the Thanh Hoa Stadium, whilst Nam Dinh beat Viettel 2-0 at the Thien Truong Stadium.

Sai Gon FC suffered a 3-1 away loss to Quang Nam at the Quang Nam Stadium, and Quang Ninh defeated Hoang Anh Gia Lai 3-0 at the Cua Ong Stadium.

After the first 15 rounds, Ho Chi Minh City currently top the league with 30 points, followed by Ha Noi on 29.  Hai Phong and Hoang Anh Gia Lai are the bottom 2, with 16 and 15 points respectively.

SHB DN's next game is a crucial away match at 1^st position Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday 17 July at 5pm.