CAHN has an incredible connection with the Asian 'phenomenon'.

CAHN is set to meet Tampines Rovers FC in three back-to-back matches just in the upcoming February.

The draw for the knockout stage of the 2025/26 AFC Champions League Two (Asian C2 Cup) has officially determined the opponent of Vietnam's sole representative - CAHN.. Accordingly, the police-affiliated team will face Tampines Rovers, a traditionally strong football club from Singapore, in the round of 16. This is considered a favorable and lucky draw for coach Mano Polking’s team as they avoid powerful opponents from Japan or South Korea.

However, this encounter is not just a regular knockout match but is deeply charged with rivalry. Within less than 20 days in February 2026, CAHN and Tampines Rovers will clash three times across two different competitions.

Not only does the draw decide CAHN’s early-year destination during the Lunar New Year, but the name Tampines Rovers FC in the AFC Champions League Two also carries a special meaning, marking three straight weeks in February when CAHN will face the Singaporean side — all on international stages.

The “revenge” journey will begin on February 4, 2026, during the final matchday of the group stage of the Southeast Asian Club Championship (Shopee Cup).. This match is crucial, determining which team advances in the regional tournament. Meeting right before entering the Asian competition offers both teams a chance to assess each other’s strength and adds significant psychological pressure for the upcoming matches.

Immediately after their Southeast Asian showdown, the two teams will enter the two-legged round of 16 of the Asian C2 Cup. The first leg is scheduled for February 11 at Hang Day Stadium, with the return leg in Singapore on February 18, 2026. Given Tampines Rovers shocked many by topping Group H (ahead of former champions Pohang Steelers), the Singaporean side is certainly not an easy opponent.

Under coach Polking, CAHN has maintained remarkable consistency competing on multiple fronts. In V.League, they are closely chasing the top spot, while on the continental stage, Quang Hai and teammates have just advanced from a tough group as runners-up in Group E. CAHN’s international resilience is proven, but facing the same opponent repeatedly in a tight schedule will test the squad’s depth severely.