Bắc Ninh secured a spot in the 2026-2027 V-League season following a 1-1 draw and subsequent 5-4 penalty shootout win against PVF-CAND in a playoff match held this evening. The match determined the final team to gain entry into Vietnam’s top-tier football league. Bắc Ninh and PVF-CAND battled to a stalemate during regular play, necessitating the penalty shootout to decide the outcome. The victory means Bắc Ninh will replace PVF-CAND in the V-League for the upcoming season. This promotion represents a significant achievement for the club and its supporters. The team, formerly coached by Park Hang-seo, demonstrated resilience and composure during the decisive penalty kicks.