VietinBank shocks reigning runner-up, advances to Hoa Lu Cup 2026 final

(Volleyball result) - VietinBank creates a major surprise in the second semifinal of Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien 2026 against Thong Tin - Dong Bac in form.

Set 1: Thong Tin - Dong Bac 21-25 VietinBank

Both sides created relatively exciting developments in the first set. Thong Tin - Dong Bac started better, but VietinBank relied on a solid, disciplined blocking line to turn the situation around. Thong Tin's main attacker Nguyen Thi Phuong continuously faced difficulties due to the special attention from the opposing team.

On the offensive line of the bank representative, players like Phuong Anh or E Ban performed their tasks well, Coach Le Van Dung and his team created a surprise by taking a 1-0 lead.

Set 2: Thong Tin - Dong Bac 25-27 VietinBank

Thong Tin - Dong Bac started enthusiastically in set 2 after unexpectedly letting VietinBank lead by one set; Lam Oanh and teammates at one point led the opponent by up to 5 points. However, the military-uniform team unexpectedly played poorly afterward and allowed VietinBank to surge strongly, even becoming the team to reach set-point first.

Thong Tin's late efforts only helped them push the set into overtime and then lose 25-27. Too many unpredictable incidents occurred in the second semifinal of this year's Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien.

Set 3: Thong Tin - Dong Bac 28-26 VietinBank

Thong Tin - Dong Bac's competitive spirit declined significantly after two consecutive losses in the previous sets, especially the very regrettable developments in the second set. The military-uniform team played fragmented, poor first-step reception, and lacked stability in second passes, putting the team in a very difficult position.

At the most difficult moment, a star knew how to stand up and shine: Nguyen Huynh Phuong Thuy. The impressive scoring moves by the main attacker born in 2004 helped Thong Tin narrow the gap and then equalize, creating a major morale boost for teammates.

That is also why Phuong Thuy received "special care" during the overtime points, but the remaining Thong Tin players still played well, saved two match-points, and utilized opportunities well to win dramatically, reducing the score to 1-2.

Set 4: Thong Tin - Dong Bac 12-25 VietinBank

Women's volleyball Thong Tin - Dong Bac vs VietinBank at what time?

• Time: expected 16:00, today March 22
• Competition: women's semifinal Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien 2026

List of Thong Tin - Dong Bac players for Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien 2026

List of VietinBank players for Hoa Lu Cup - Binh Dien 2026