Vietnam U22 defeated China U22 1-0 away from home.
Minh Phúc scored in the 81st minute to give Vietnam U22 a 1-0 victory over China U22 in a friendly match on November 12th. Cao Văn Bình made two crucial saves, and adjustments at the start of the second half helped the visiting team increase their attacking tempo on both flanks.
The decisive moment came in the 81st minute: from the left wing, Van Thuan skillfully dribbled the ball and delivered a powerful cross into the 5.5-meter area. Two U22 China defenders failed to react decisively, allowing Minh Phuc to pounce and finish from close range, securing a 1-0 victory for U22 Vietnam in the friendly match on November 12th.
The match was evenly contested, but the away game prevailed.
The U22 Vietnam team started calmly, controlling possession better in the opening minutes. In the 2nd minute, Van Khang's accurate cross found a teammate, but his header went wide of the post. The home team had not yet created any significant pressure in the opening stages.
After about 15 minutes, the Chinese U22 team pushed forward. In the 17th minute, Wang Bohao unleashed a powerful shot towards the right corner, forcing goalkeeper Cao Van Binh to make a diving save. Then, in the 29th minute, Van Binh continued his excellent performance by rushing out to block Abduwali's close-range shot in a one-on-one situation, keeping a clean sheet for the visitors.
Towards the end of the first half, the Vietnam U22 team gradually regained their rhythm. Van Khang and Anh Quan both had opportunities to open the scoring but lacked accuracy in their final touches. The first half ended 0-0.
Coach Dinh Hong Vinh's adjustments and their impact on the attacking tempo.
At the start of the second half, the Vietnam U22 team made three substitutions to increase speed and youthful energy. The impact was evident in the faster tempo of attacks down the flanks. However, for the first 20 minutes of the half, the game remained evenly matched and cautious.
In the 60th minute, the visiting team had made all five substitutions to refresh their lineup, but the balance remained largely unchanged. The home team had a notable opportunity in the 71st minute when Abduwali shot diagonally, the ball hitting the side netting. U22 Vietnam responded with a few long-range shots from Van Thuan, but all were blocked by the U22 China defense.
The turning point came in the 81st minute, followed by a crucial late-game defensive performance.
From Van Thuan's dribbling effort and cross, the U22 China defense fumbled the ball, allowing Minh Phuc to rush in and finish from close range to open the scoring 1-0. After conceding the goal, the home team intensified their attack. In the 90+1 minute, Bao Shimeng took a shot, but the ball deflected off a U22 Vietnam defender and went over the crossbar.
In the remaining minutes, the U22 Vietnam defense maintained its focus, preserving the victory and keeping a clean sheet — a well-deserved reward for the outstanding moments of goalkeeper Cao Văn Bình earlier in the match.
Key developments over time
- Minute 2: Van Khang crosses the ball, his teammate heads it wide of the post.
- 17th minute: Wang Bohao takes a dangerous shot, Cao Van Binh makes a save.
- 29th minute: Van Binh blocks Abduwali's close-range shot.
- At the start of the second half: Vietnam U22 made 3 substitutions and increased the tempo on both flanks.
- 60th minute: The away team has made all 5 substitutions.
- 71st minute: Abduwali takes a diagonal shot, the ball hits the side netting.
- 81st minute: Minh Phúc scores after a cross from Văn Thuận.
- 90+1 minute: Bao Shimeng's shot deflected off a defender and went over the crossbar.
Results and goal scorers
Result:China U22 0-1 Vietnam U22
Goals:Minh Phuc (81')
Starting lineup
| China U22 | Vietnam U22 |
|---|---|
| Huo Shenping, Wang Bohao, Mutalifu Yumingkari, Xu Bin, Liu Haofan, Wumituiang Yusupu, Wang Shiqin, Hu Hetao, Liu Zhenquan, He Yiran, Baihelamu Abuduwaili | Cao Van Binh, Ly Duc, Hieu Minh, Nhat Minh, Xuan Bac, Van Truong, Van Khang, Cong Phuong, Vo Anh Quan, Thanh Nhan, Quoc Viet |
The significance of a friendly match
The away result helped the Vietnam U22 team affirm their progress in terms of competitive spirit and ability to cope with pressure. In the friendly match, their focused and disciplined performance, along with timely personnel adjustments, were clear strengths for Coach Dinh Hong Vinh's team.
