Details of the dramatic draw between U23 Vietnam and U23 Singapore
Hai Hoang•September 13, 2023 06:19
(Baonghean.vn) - In the final match of Group C of the 2024 AFC U23 Championship Qualifiers, U23 Vietnam had a dramatic draw with U23 Singapore.
On the evening of September 12, at Viet Tri Stadium, U23 Vietnam had the final match in Group C of the 2024 U23 Asian qualifiers. Photo: Hai HoangHaving quickly qualified for the 2024 AFC U23 Championship finals in Qatar after two matches, U23 Vietnam entered the final match of Group C against U23 Singapore with a fairly relaxed mentality. Photo: Hai HoangIn this match, coach Philippe Troussier made some adjustments to the starting lineup, with the aim of testing the lineup and playing style for U23 Vietnam. Photo: Hai HoangRight after the opening whistle, the red team took the initiative to enter the game and quickly caused trouble for the U23 Singapore goal, most notably the plays of Nghe An player - midfielder Nguyen Dinh Bac. Photo: Hai HoangIn the 12th minute, Bui Vi Hao was fouled by the Singapore goalkeeper, the referee decided to award a penalty to U23 Vietnam. Photo: Hai HoangStanding at the 11m mark, Dinh Bac coolly finished to open the score 1-0 for the home team. Photo: Hai HoangThe joy of U23 Vietnam players after scoring a goal. Photo: Hai HoangPlaying brilliantly, U23 Vietnam continuously put pressure on the goal of the Singapore goalkeeper with dangerous plays on the right wing by Ho Van Cuong. Photo: Hai HoangThe first half ended with a score of 1-0 when U23 Vietnam still lacked precision in key phases. Photo: Hai HoangIn the second half, coach Troussier made some adjustments to the lineup. Photo: Hai HoangKhuat Van Khang had a chance to double the gap for U23 Vietnam but he unfortunately missed it. Photo: Hai HoangIn the 58th minute, a player of U23 Vietnam mistakenly headed the ball into his own net, thereby "giving away" the equalizer 1-1 to U23 Singapore. Photo: Hai HoangUnexpectedly equalized, U23 Vietnam tried to attack, Huu Nam finished with a tricky shot to help the home team take the lead 2-1. Photo: Hai HoangWith about 5 minutes left in regulation time, the U23 Vietnam defense made a mistake, giving U23 Singapore another chance to tie the score 2-2 with Vasileios' goal. Photo: Hai HoangIn the final minutes of the match, U23 Vietnam created some good scoring opportunities but could not convert them into goals. In the end, U23 Vietnam tied 2-2 with U23 Singapore. Photo: Hai HoangThus, after 3 qualifying matches, U23 Vietnam topped Group C with 2 wins and 1 draw. In Group C, only U23 Vietnam will be able to participate in the 2024 AFC U23 Championship finals. Photo: Hai Hoang
