Nam Định lost both matches against the Japanese team in the AFC Cup 2.

(Football results) - Nam Định faced another loss against Gamba Osaka, with a 0-1 scoreline on their home ground.

The match started unfavorably for the home team Nam Định. In the 8th minute, Nam Định's defense allowed Gamba Osaka to freely deliver a cross into the penalty area. Rin Mito positioned himself perfectly and leapt to head the ball, scoring the opening goal 1-0 for the Japanese side.

After conceding, Nam Định tried to find an equalizer. In the 16th minute, foreign player Percy Tau headed weakly following a cross from Mahmoud Eid on the right wing. At the 21st minute, Nam Định missed another chance when Percy Tau delivered a good cross but Eid Mahmoud’s shot was too soft, easily caught by Gamba Osaka’s goalkeeper.

In the 35th minute, Nam Định had to make an unplanned substitution as Kristoffer Hansen could not continue playing; striker Brenner came on. The first half ended 1-0 in favor of Gamba Osaka.

In the second half, Nam Định pushed forward aggressively, but early crosses from both wings did not create clear chances.

Gamba Osaka deliberately dropped back and ceded possession to Nam Định (75th minute). Despite controlling the ball and playing in the opponent’s half, Nam Định struggled greatly to break through the defense. At the 66th minute, Percy Tau’s header from a more accurate cross by Eid Mahmoud still went over the bar.

Late in the game (86th minute), Nam Định continued pressing when Lý Công Hoàng Anh’s shot hit the hand of a Gamba Osaka player inside the box. However, since there was no VAR, the referee did not award a penalty. The match ended with a 1-0 victory for Gamba Osaka.

Full time, Nam Định 0-1 Gamba Osaka

86' No penalty awarded

Lý Công Hoàng Anh’s shot struck a Gamba Osaka player’s hand in the penalty area, but the referee did not call a penalty. There was no VAR in this match.

75' Nam Định playing in the opponent’s half

Gamba Osaka is conceding the entire game to Nam Định and retreating to defend. Despite having more possession, Nam Định is extremely frustrated in attack.

66' Still no success

This time Eid Mahmoud’s cross was more accurate, but Percy Tau’s header went over the goal.

55' Nam Định’s effort

Nam Định is pushing forward aggressively in the early minutes of the second half. However, crosses from both wings have yet to yield results.

46' Second half begins

Half time, Nam Định 0-1 Gamba Osaka

35' Nam Định makes a substitution

Kristoffer Hansen was unable to continue, forcing Nam Định to make a change. Striker Brenner was brought on.

21' Still no goal

Percy Tau delivered a good cross into the box but Eid Mahmoud’s shot was too weak, allowing Gamba Osaka’s goalkeeper to easily catch it.

16' Missed opportunity

Mahmoud Eid crossed from the right wing to Percy Tau, but the expensive foreign player could only produce a very weak header.

8' Goal, Gamba Osaka scores early

Nam Định’s defense allowed Gamba Osaka to freely cross into the box. Rin Mito positioned well and jumped high to head the ball into the net.

1' Match starts

Nam Định starting lineup:

Gamba Osaka starting lineup:

What time is the Nam Định vs Gamba Osaka match and where to watch live?

• Match time:19:15 on November 5, 2025
• Venue:Thien Truong Stadium
• Tournament:AFC Champions League Two Group Stage
• Broadcast channel: K+

Notable information before the matchNam Định vs Gamba Osaka

Nam Định has yet to secure their first win under new coach Nguyễn Trung Kiên after two consecutive draws against Da Nang and HAGL. Drawing against two weaker opponents shows that Nam Định has not yet overcome their difficult phase. The coaching change is mostly symbolic since coach Vũ Hồng Việt remains as Technical Director and still influences tactics.

Compared to the last two V-League matches where they faced squad difficulties, Nam Định will be able to use all their foreign players in the AFC Champions League Two. However, the team’s coherence and connection when playing with many foreign players remain lacking, resulting in unimpressive performances in the AFC Cup 2.

Although playing at home, it’s worth remembering that a recent heavy 1-3 defeat to Gamba Osaka led to coach Vũ Hồng Việt’s dismissal. The Japanese club uses very few foreign players but demonstrates well-organized, cohesive attacking and solid defensive play.

Currently, Nam Định is second in Group F with 6 points, three points ahead of Ratchaburi. To maintain their second place and secure qualification, Thành Nam’s team aims to at least draw against Gamba Osaka before focusing on the remaining group matches.

Expected lineups for Nam Định vs Gamba Osaka

Nam Định: Caique, Văn Kiên, Walber, Lucao, Dijks, Brenner, Romulo, Hudlin, Hansen, Muzi Tau, Eid Mahmoud.

Gamba Osaka: Higashiguchi, Kurokawa, Nakatani, Miura, Handa, Mito, Suzuki, Yamashita, Usami, Okunuki, Hummet.