Vietnam Olympic 7-0 Macau Olympic: Cong Phuong scored a hat-trick
Thanh Binh and Cong Phuong both scored hat-tricks and a goal from Ngoc Thang helped Vietnam defeat Macau.
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The match is over.Vietnam Olympic team won 7-0 against Macau Olympic team.
90'+3
The score is 7-0 for Vietnam.Cong Phuong received the ball diagonally from the left wing of the 16m50 box before curling the ball into the far corner of the Macau net. This was Cong Phuong's third goal in this match. The HAGL striker became the player with the most goals in the U23 Asian qualifiers for Vietnam with four goals.
The match has three minutes of injury time.
90'
Duy Manh shot from the edge of the 16m50 box but the ball was not strong enough to beat the Macau goalkeeper.
88'
BALL HITS CROSSBAR
Ngoc Thang had a neat shot in the 16m50 box but the ball hit the crossbar.
85'
HEADING
Tien Dung bent down to head the ball inside the 16m50 box but the Macau goalkeeper once again successfully blocked it.
85'
HEADING
Tan Tai headed close to the goal after Manh Hung's free kick but the Macau goalkeeper flew to block it.
81'
Vietnam used many high balls into Macau's 16m50 box but were not effective.
81'
Van Long just entered the field but was replaced by Tan Tai.
Cong Phuong still cannot score another goal to complete a hat-trick in this match. Photo: Duc Dong.
73'
Vietnam continued to attack diligently, but their declining physical strength prevented the red shirt players from maintaining the same pace as in the first half.
66'
Cong Phuong volleyed from outside the 16m50 box over the crossbar.
62'
Van Toan gave way to Van Long.
61'
Cong Phuong broke through on the left wing past two Macau defenders but could not fool the opponent's goalkeeper.
55'
BALL OVER THE CROSSBAR
Center back Ngoc Hai shot the ball over the crossbar in a corner kick from the right wing.
53'
Duy Manh had a very good pass into the 16m50 box for Van Toan but the HAGL striker failed to control the ball and missed the scoring opportunity.
48'
BALL OFF THE VERTICAL POST
Duy Manh's cross from the left wing went wide of Macau's goal post as Ngoc Thang rushed in and missed the shot.
46'
The second half begins.
The wet and slippery field made it difficult for the Vietnamese Olympic team to play low-ball football. Photo: Duc Dong.
But with their superior skills, Olympic Vietnam still maintained their overwhelming attack. Photo: Duc Dong.
Macau Olympic is a group of many young players who are students. They do not have many situations to attack the Vietnamese Olympic defense. Photo: Duc Dong.
Vietnam Olympic team often easily recovers the ball on the rare occasions when Macau Olympic team moves the ball past half of the field. Photo: Duc Dong.
There were some rough and foul situations from Olympic Macau. Photo: Duc Dong.
45'+2
First half ends.Vietnam led 6-0 after the first half.
45'+1
Cong Phuong increased the score to 6-0. The HAGL striker easily defeated the Macau goalkeeper on the penalty spot. Before that, Ngoc Thang had his shirt pulled by a Macau defender near the 16m50 box but the referee decided to award a penalty to Vietnam.
43'
The score is 5-0 for Vietnam.Thanh Binh controlled the ball neatly in the 16m50 box before finishing into Macau's net. Thanh Binh scored a hat-trick in the first half.
36'
BALL CLOSE TO THE CROSSBAR
Manh Hung took a free kick from 23 meters away, sending the ball just over the crossbar.
35'
Newcomer Alexandre received the first yellow card of the match.
33'
Macau substitution: Alexandre replaces Iong Oi Chit.
Cong Phuong is using his speed and skill to penetrate the Macau Olympic defense. Photo: Duc Dong.
29'
BALL OFF THE VERTICAL POST
Manh Hung's free kick from 25 meters was very dangerous but the Macau goalkeeper flew to block it.
27'
BALL OVER THE CROSSBAR
Center back Tien Dung's close-range shot went over the crossbar from a free kick on the left wing.
Ngoc Thang celebrates raising the score to 4-0. Photo: Duc Dong.
21'
The score was raised to 4-0.Ngoc Thang ran past the Macau goalkeeper before passing the ball back to Thanh Binh to score. This was Thanh Binh's second goal in today's match.
19'
Cong Phuong raised the score to 3-0.The Macau defender awkwardly passed the ball to Cong Phuong's feet right in the 16m50 box and the striker wearing the number 10 shirt did not miss this gift from heaven.
13'
Vietnam played aggressively but the red shirt players' dribbling and coordination were often blocked by puddles of water.
9'
The wet field made it difficult for Olympic Vietnam to attack.
The two teams entered the field to continue playing.
Vietnam Olympic players take to the field to warm up and prepare for the next match. Photo: Duc Dong.
The frustration was evident on the faces of the Macau Olympic players. Photo: Duc Dong.
Shah Alam Stadium staff put up the advertising board again so the match could continue. Photo: Duc Dong.
Like the players, after an hour of sheltering from the rain, the referees also had to warm up to prepare for the remaining time of the match. Photo: Duc Dong.
The match is scheduled to resume at 5:30 p.m.The match started in the 7th minute and the score was 2-0 for Vietnam.
The organizers have just announced a 30-minute delay. If the weather does not clear up, they will wait another 2 hours to calculate. The match between Japan and Malaysia may be postponed to tomorrow.
While waiting for the match to resume, Vietnamese fans took the opportunity to take souvenir photos. Photo: Duc Dong.
Shah Alam stadium is soaked with water. Photo: Duc Dong.
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The rain was pouring down and showed no signs of stopping. The two teams were still unable to take to the field.
The referee informed the players of both sides to leave the field after consulting with his assistants. Photo: Duc Dong.
The rain did not dampen the excitement of the fans present at Shah Alam. The Vietnamese Olympic team started well and had an early advantage. Photo: Duc Dong.
7'
The match was postponed when the referee decided to give both teams an open field due to heavy rain in Shah Alam.
Thanh Binh was happy with the goal that doubled the gap. Photo: Duc Dong.
Having scored two goals in just five minutes, Vietnam Olympic team still quickly brought the ball to the middle of the field to get the game back on track. Our players need to win this match big time to keep their hopes of qualifying for the finals alive. Photo: Duc Dong.
5'
Thanh Binh raised the score to 2-0.Cong Phuong had a favorable pass back for Thanh Binh to swing his foot to finish within 16m50 to double the gap.
Ngoc Thang in the situation of opening the score of the match. Photo: Duc Dong.
Vietnamese fans were happy when their team opened the score very early. Photo: Duc Dong.
3'
The score is 1-0 for Vietnam.Ngoc Thang ran down to receive a pass with his teammate's head and finished into the far corner, beating the Macau goalkeeper. The goal showed the determination of the Vietnamese players as Ngoc Thang ran past three Macau defenders before shooting the ball.
Ngoc Thang's early goal was a very favorable start for Vietnam.
The weather was not in favor of the match with thunder and dark clouds. The Shah Alam stadium organizers had to turn on floodlights for both teams.
1'
The match begins.Macau Olympic Games kick-off in the first half
According to VNE
