History of confrontations between Vietnam and Singapore: We won overwhelmingly.
In their last five encounters, Vietnam has dominated Singapore with four wins and one draw, while Singapore has yet to secure a victory.
History of confrontations between Vietnam and Singapore
| Day | Match | Result |
| 26/12/24 | Singapore - Vietnam | 0-2 |
| 30/12/22 | Singapore - Vietnam | 0-0 |
| 21/09/22 | Vietnam - Singapore | 4-0 |
| 06/06/16 | Vietnam - Singapore | 3-0 |
| 08/12/10 | Vietnam - Singapore | 1-0 |
Vietnam and Singapore are two of the top football teams in Southeast Asia, with many notable encounters throughout history. In their last five meetings, Vietnam has a clear advantage with four wins and one draw. Notably, in the first leg of the 2024 AFF Cup semi-final, the Vietnamese team defeated Singapore 2-0 away from home. This head-to-head record demonstrates Vietnam's superiority over their opponent from the Lion City.
Assessing the form of both teams ahead of the second leg of the semi-final.
Vietnam
| Day | Match | Result |
| 26/12/24 | Singapore - Vietnam | 0-2 |
| 21/12/24 | Vietnam - Myanmar | 5-0 |
| 18/12/24 | Philippines - Vietnam | 1-1 |
| 15/12/24 | Vietnam - Indonesia | 1-0 |
| 09/12/24 | Laos - Vietnam | 1-4 |
Vietnam is in high spirits after their 2-0 victory in the first leg. However, this win was not easy, as Tien Linh and Xuan Son could only score in the final minutes of injury time. Vietnam's playing style showed solidity, but they still faced some difficulties against Singapore's strong defense.
Playing at home in Viet Tri, Coach Kim Sang Sik's team has a significant advantage, needing only a draw to advance to the final. However, fans don't want a draw; they expect a resounding victory to assert their strength. With a full squad and consistent form, Vietnam is perfectly capable of meeting these expectations.
Singapore
| Day | Match | Result |
| 26/12/24 | Singapore - Vietnam | 0-2 |
| 20/12/24 | Malaysia - Singapore | 2-0 |
| 17/12/24 | Singapore - Thailand | 0-4 |
| 14/12/24 | Timor Leste - Singapore | 0-3 |
| 11/12/24 | Singapore - Cambodia | 2-1 |
Despite losing 0-2 in the first leg, Singapore proved to be a formidable opponent with their tight defense and sharp counter-attacks. They have nothing to lose in the second leg and will give their all to try and turn the tables.
The return of Kyoga Nakamura – a key player after his suspension – will strengthen the visiting team. However, playing away from home under the pressure of the Vietnamese crowd will be a significant challenge for coach Takayuki Nishigaya's players.
Analysis and prediction of results
Vietnam holds a significant advantage with a 2-0 victory in the first leg. Playing at home with a superior squad, coach Kim Sang Sik's team is highly likely to secure another win. However, Singapore will not give up easily and could spring a surprise with sharp counter-attacks.
To secure victory, Vietnam needs to make good use of opportunities in the first half to relieve pressure early on. At the same time, players like Xuan Son must remain calm in the face of the opponent's dirty tactics.
Predicted score: Vietnam 2-1 Singapore.
