Vietnam U22 team donates $300 to Laotian player who broke his leg.
The U22 Vietnam team visited Phetdavanh Somsanid after he suffered a broken leg in the 85th minute against U22 Malaysia, and gave him 300 USD (approximately 8 million VND) as a gift to encourage him at the SEA Games.
The Vietnam U22 team visited and sent 300 USD (approximately 8 million VND) to encourage the captain of the Laos U22 team, Phetdavanh Somsanid, who suffered a broken leg injury after an incident in the 85th minute of the match against Malaysia U22. The two teams are staying at the same hotel during the SEA Games 33. This gesture took place on the evening of December 6th when the players reunited.
The fateful moment in the 85th minute.
In the 85th minute against U22 Malaysia, Phetdavanh Somsanid attempted a tackle during a counter-attack. The illegal tackle, which didn't even touch the ball, caused him pain, and he was stretchered off the field and immediately taken to the hospital by ambulance. According to updated information, he suffered a fractured right leg, likely involving both the tibia and fibula. This is a serious injury requiring a long recovery period.
Expanded locker room: a spirit of empathy from the Vietnam U22 team.
On the evening of December 6th, upon reuniting at the hotel, the U22 Vietnam players, including Dinh Bac, Trung Kien, Nhat Minh, Duc Anh, Khuat Van Khang, Minh Phuc, Hieu Minh, and Thai Son, personally visited and encouraged Phetdavanh Somsanid. Defender Nguyen Nhat Minh shared: “As players, we deeply sympathize. We want to send our best wishes for his speedy recovery.”
Beyond mere greetings, the Vietnam U22 team sent a gift of 300 USD as a token of encouragement to the Laos U22 captain. Given that the two youth teams frequently compete against each other in the region, this gesture underscores the value of respect and friendship in sports.
Response from Phetdavanh Somsanid
On his personal page, Phetdavanh Somsanid wrote: "Thank you to the Vietnamese national team." This short message speaks volumes about the bond between young Southeast Asian players, where the lines of rivalry are temporarily broken when injuries occur.
The significance extends beyond 90 minutes.
The actions of the U22 Vietnam team demonstrated the core values of youth competition: fierce competition but also a willingness to share when opponents are in difficulty. In the context of the SEA Games 33, where the pace of competition is intense and the pressure is immense, these gestures helped balance the mentality of both teams, reminding everyone of the importance of developing talent alongside achieving results.
In terms of personnel, the U22 Vietnam team currently has no reported injuries. This provides a foundation for the team to maintain its playing rhythm and continue to promote a spirit of fair play off the field.
Summary of key events
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tournament | SEA Games 33 |
| Injured player | Phetdavanh Somsanid (Laos U22) |
| Time of injury | 85th minute of the match against U22 Malaysia |
| Initial condition | Right leg fracture, most likely involving the tibia and fibula. |
| Support from Vietnam U22 | Visiting and giving 300 USD (approximately 8 million VND) as a gift. |
| Vietnamese U22 players participate | Dinh Bac, Trung Kien, Nhat Minh, Duc Anh, Khuat Van Khang, Minh Phuc, Hieu Minh, Thai Son |
| Feedback | "Thank you to the Vietnamese national team" – Phetdavanh Somsanid |
From a painful incident in the 85th minute to a brief visit at the hotel, the story between the Vietnam U22 and Laos U22 teams embodies true sportsmanship: kindness is not excluded from the game.
