Vietnam lost 2-3 to Iraq in their first match of Group D in the AFC Asian Cup 2019, which took place in Zayed Sport City Stadium in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), on January 8. Under pressure of Vietnam’s attacks, Iraqi defender Ali Faez Atia scored an own goal, opening the score for Vietnam. Cong Phuong restored the lead for the Southeast Asian team in the 42nd with a tap-in after a rebound from Trong Hoang's right-winged shot. The first half ended after three added minutes with Vietnam leading 2-1. However, Iraq equalized the score in the 35th, 60th and 90th minute. The match ended 3-2 in favour of Iraq. Vietnam is pooled with Iran, Iraq and Yemen in Group D of the AFC Asian Cup 2019. Vietnam suffered a 0-2 defeat to Iran, which was seen as the strongest team in Group D, in their second encounter at the AFC Asian Cup in the UAE on January 12. The first half ended after one extra minute, with a goal scored by forward Sardar Azmoun of Iran in the 37th minute. In … [Read more...] about Relive Vietnamese team’s historic journey at AFC Asian Cup 2019
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Vietnam to face Japan in AFC Asian Cup 2019 quarterfinals
Vietnamese defender Nguyen Trong Hoang (No. 8), who provided an assist for striker Cong Phuong in Vietnam's match against Jordan on January 20 (Photo: AFP/VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam will face Japan in the first quarterfinal match of the ongoing AFC Asian Cup 2019, which will take place at the Al Maktoum Stadium in Dubai of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on January 24 at 8pm (Vietnam time). Notably, the Video Assistance Referee (VAR) will be used starting from the tournament’s quarterfinal stages. It will be the first time for Vietnam to play in a match with the VAR technology. Japan reached the quarterfinals after beating Saudi Arabia 1-0 on January 21, with a header of defender Takehiro Toniyasu in the 20th minute. Both Japan and Saudi Arabia are considered heavyweights of the Asian Cup, as Japan were the winners four times and Saudi Arabia won the championship thrice. Previously on January 20, Vietnam advanced to the quarterfinals with pride after a … [Read more...] about Vietnam to face Japan in AFC Asian Cup 2019 quarterfinals
Vietnam advance to AFC Asian Cup 2019 quarterfinals
Nguyen Cong Phuong (No. 10) and other players celebrate after Phuong scored an equalizer for Vietnam in the second half of the match against Jordan on January 20 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam advanced to the quarterfinals of the ongoing football tourney AFC Asian Cup 2019 with pride after a breath-taking shootout with Jordan in the evening of January 20 in the United Arab Emirates. The two sides finished the official 90 minutes of the match with a 1-1 draw, in which Vietnam conceded a goal in the first half and gradually scored an equalizer in the second. The match saw Vietnam’s dominance with more possession (58 percent – 42 percent), shots (18-8), shots on target (7-3) and even corners (8-0). The excellent performance by Vietnamese players won praises from commentators of famous sports media like Fox Sports. Into the extra times, the two sides played cautiously but by no means dully although the players’ health went down considerably. The two … [Read more...] about Vietnam advance to AFC Asian Cup 2019 quarterfinals
A bigger challenge: Vietnam’s schedule for AFC Asian Cup 2019
After topping Southeast Asia with AFF Cup 2018 last month, Vietnam plays an even bigger tournament, the AFC Asian Cup 2019. Vietnamese fans eagerly await good games from their men’s football team at the AFC Asian Cup 2019 held in United Arab Emirates (UAE) from January 5 to February 1. Vietnam will compete at the AFC Asian Cup 2018 as the Southeast Asian champions. Photo by VnExpress/Duc Dong For this tournament, coach Park Hang-seo has rung in a few changes in the 23-man squad, leaving out some AFF Cup heroes including forward Nguyen Anh Duc and midfielder Nguyen Van Quyet. He has added younger faces in their stead. The Vietnamese team’s best Asian Cup outing was in 2007, when they reached the quarterfinals. For the first time, the Asian Cup tournament will be contested by 24 teams, having been expanded from the 16-team format that was used from 2004 to 2015. Under the new format, six groups of four teams each will contest the first stage, … [Read more...] about A bigger challenge: Vietnam’s schedule for AFC Asian Cup 2019
Fox Sports: Quang Hai among biggest stars at AFC Asian Cup 2019
Neil Etheridge (Philippines) According to the website, Cardiff goalkeeper Neil Etheridge of the Philippines is one of the biggest names to be competing in the upcoming tournament. Mathew Leckie (Australia) Mathew Leckie is currently playing club football for Bundesliga side Hertha Berlin where he has so far scored seven goals in 32 appearances. Yuya Osako (Japan) “The forward plays for Werder Bremen in Germany and has been impressive so far in his tenure with 14 appearances and three goals”, Fox Sports states. Chanathip Songkrasin (Thailand) Chanathip Songkrasin won the Most Valuable Player award for J1 side Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo. Quang Hai (Vietnam) Fox Sports believes that despite his young age, Hai showcased excellent talent and maturity beyond his age as he led the Golden Dragons to glory in the AFF Suzuki Cup. Son Heung-min (the Republic of Korea) “Still a young player but definitely established in his own right, a strong South Korean squad anchored by … [Read more...] about Fox Sports: Quang Hai among biggest stars at AFC Asian Cup 2019