Thanh Hoa University took the lead in the 19th minute with a Lao defender’s own goal before extending their lead 18 minutes later with a close-range shot by a midfielder. The visitors scored a goal also in the first half, and none of the teams struck any goals in the second half.
As champions, Thanh Hoa University walked away with a trophy and a bonus of US$6,000.
In the third-placed match, Life University of Cambodia defeated Malaysian University 4-2 in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw in the 90-minute game.
The second and third-placed team Life University of Cambodia and Malaysian University received cash prizes of US$4,000 and US$2,000, respectively.
Taking place from March 22 to 30, Thaco Cup 2025 featured six university teams, including four from Cambodia, Laos, Singapore, and Malaysia, as well as two from Vietnam.
