Live score: Vietnam 3-1 Malaysia

Match information: Vietnam National Team vs. Malaysia National Team

Time: 7:00 PM on March 31, 2026 (Vietnam time)

Location: Thien Truong Stadium, Nam Dinh

Tournament: 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers

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Live coverage of the score in the Vietnam vs. Malaysia match.

90+5' Vietnam wins 3-1 against Malaysia

After 5 minutes of added time, the referee blew the final whistle, ending the match with Vietnam winning.

90' Second half with 5 minutes of added time

The announced injury time is 5 minutes.

84' Hoang Hen takes a dangerous shot

Xuan Son made a good pass to Hoang Hen, who shot towards the near corner, but the Malaysian goalkeeper still managed to make the save.

77' Endrick scores, reducing the deficit to 1-3 for Malaysia.

From a quick counter-attack, Endrick unleashed a powerful shot that goalkeeper Filip Nguyen couldn't stop, reducing Malaysia's deficit to 1-3.

75' Malaysia were awarded a penalty after a foul by Van Hau.

Van Hau committed a foul inside the penalty area and the referee immediately awarded Malaysia a penalty.

71' Vietnam makes substitutions, Dinh Trong and Viet Cuong come on.

The coaching staff decided to make personnel changes, bringing Đình Trọng and Việt Cường onto the field to replace Duy Mạnh and Hai Long.

66' Xuan Son's header unfortunately went wide of the post.

Xuan Son raced down the wing to receive the ball and unleashed a decent header, but the ball went wide of the Malaysian goalpost.

59' – Xuan Son completes his brace with a beautiful header.

Truong Tien Anh received the ball on the right wing and crossed it into the penalty area. Xuan Son rose high and headed the ball powerfully. The ball flew like a rocket into the top corner, leaving goalkeeper Hazmi with no chance. 3-0 for Vietnam!

55' – Xuân Son's chance to score a second goal is blocked.

Xuan Son received the ball from Hoang Hen in a favorable position. He unleashed a dangerous curling shot with his right foot, but goalkeeper Hazmi anticipated the shot and made a timely diving save, preserving a glimmer of hope for Malaysia.

51' – And… ooooo!!! Vietnam 2-0 Malaysia!

Vietnam won possession in midfield and launched a quick counter-attack. Hai Long released the ball to Hoang Hen, who raced down the wing. Duong crossed the ball into the box, and Son rose high to head it into the net, doubling the lead against Malaysia!

50' – Great save!

Malaysia took a corner kick, and Filip Nguyen had to make a diving save to keep a clean sheet.

46' – The second half begins!

The Vietnamese team kicked off in the second set.

45+2' – End of the first half!

The current score is 1-0 in favor of Vietnam.

45 minutes – Injury time!

The first half had two minutes of added time. This was the final period before the two teams went into halftime.

44' – Long-range shot!

Xuan Son received the ball just outside the penalty area, and without a run-up, immediately unleashed a shot. The ball wasn't dangerous enough to beat the Malaysian goalkeeper.

42' – Header!

Halim delivered an early cross from the wing. Josue rushed in to head the ball but sent it over the crossbar.

40' – The first yellow card of the match.

During a quick counter-attack by Vietnam, Quang Hai was tightly marked by Haiqal, preventing him from escaping. The referee issued a yellow card, cautioning the Malaysian defender.

36' – A golden opportunity for Quang Hai

Tien Anh lofted a ball into the penalty area, and Quang Hai opted for a one-touch volley. His technique was excellent, but the ball went wide of the post, much to the relief of the Malaysian defense.

32' – Hazim denies Hoang Hen a goal.

From Hai Long's perfect pass, Hoang Hen didn't need much control, immediately unleashing a curling shot with his left foot. The ball swirled towards the far corner, but goalkeeper Hazim made a superb diving save, keeping a clean sheet for Malaysia.

30' – The quick reflexes of the Malaysian goalkeeper

The ball was passed to the right wing. Hai Long made an effort to run down the flank, but before he could deliver a cross, goalkeeper Hazim rushed out and intercepted the ball right in front of the penalty area.

24' The crossbar saves Malaysia after Hoang Duc's shot.

Hoang Duc unleashed a very dangerous long-range shot from over 30 meters, the ball traveled with power but hit the crossbar of the Malaysian goal.

23' Xuan Son fiercely contests the ball after a long pass from Viet Anh

Viet Anh passed the ball forward, Xuan Son tried to contest it but the Malaysian defender cleared the danger.

17': Hai Long's tactics have been exposed.

Hai Long's rather weak cross didn't trouble the Malaysian defenders. A bit more breakthrough is still needed!

13': Xuan Son jogs... looking at the ball

Quang Vinh's pass was truly a speed challenge beyond Xuan Son's capabilities at this moment.

10': Halim "gives a gift" to Vietnam

Thanks to Malaysia's number 7 striker for... missing the target in a situation that was even harder to score from!

6' – VIETNAM TAKES THE LEAD!

The goal came from a corner kick. The ball was lofted in for Duy Mạnh to leap high and head it into the net from close range, beating the opposing goalkeeper. The score was 1-0 in favor of the red-shirted team.

2' – The first noteworthy situation

Malaysian player number 14, Daniel Cools, had a skillful move inside the penalty area and unleashed a curling shot. Fortunately, the ball went just wide of the post.

1' – Start of the first half

The first half of the match has begun. Malaysia is the team to take the first kick-off.

Malaysia's starting lineup

Syihan Hazmi, Mathew Davies, Haiqal, Ubaidullah, Cools, Laine, Faiz, Corbin Ong, Halim, Josue, Wilkin

Vietnam National Team Starting Lineup

Nguyen Filip, Ngoc Bao, Viet Anh, Tien Anh, Van Hau, Hoang Duc, Quang Hai, Hoang Hen, Quang Vinh, Hai Long, Xuan Son

Football match preview today: Vietnam national team vs Malaysia national team

Despite having already secured a place in the 2027 Asian Cup by finishing top of Group F, the match betweenVietnam National TeamandMalaysia national teamThe evening of March 31st was still very noteworthy. Following the AFC's penalty, Vietnam rose to 15 points, 6 points ahead of Malaysia before the final matchday.

The match was meaningless in terms of points, but it carried immense importance for pride. Malaysia wanted to prove their strength after the naturalization scandal, while Vietnam was determined to "avenge" their 0-4 defeat in the first leg. The result would also affect their FIFA ranking and seeding position at the 2027 Asian Cup.

With the home advantage and a stronger squad, especially the combination of Xuan Son and Hoang Hen, Vietnam is considered the slightly better team.

Predicted score: Vietnam 2–1 Malaysia.