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The Golden Dragons claimed a thrilling aggregate win over Thailand in the 2024 ASEAN Championship final, with a 5-3 victory across the two legs. The first match, hosted in Vietnam’s Phu Tho Province, ended 2-1 to the home team. In the return game at Bangkok’s Rajamangala Stadium, Vietnam struck early. A swift counter-attack from a free kick in their own half saw Pham Tuan Hai break free and delicately chip the ball over the Thai goalkeeper to give Vietnam an eighth-minute lead. Pham Tuan Hai wheels away in celebration after scoring in the second leg of the 2024 ASEAN Championship final. His goal gave Vietnam an early lead over Thailand. Image credit: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre Thailand responded with a quick break of their own in the 24th minute, but Nguyen Thanh Chung’s well-timed tackle halted Supachok Sarachat’s progress. However, just minutes later, Vietnam’s defense was breached. A long-range strike from Ben Davis beat the goalkeeper, leveling the score at 1-1. ...

Coach Kim Sang Sik’s team has set their sights on the semifinals against Singapore. Vietnam has showcased their offensive prowess in the tournament so far, ranking second in the number of goals scored, just behind Thailand, who have dominated with 18 goals. The team’s striking prowess is evident with naturalized striker Nguyen Xuan Son, and teammates Nguyen Quang Hai and Nguyen Tien Linh, each finding the back of the net twice. Adding to the team’s firepower, Nguyen Van Toan, Nguyen Van Vi, Nguyen Hai Long, Bui Vi Hao, and Doan Ngoc Tan have all contributed with a goal each. What sets Vietnam apart is their solid defense, conceding only two goals in the group stage, the best defensive record thus far. The Philippines come in second, conceding three goals, followed by Thailand with four. The semifinal matches will see Vietnam traveling to Singapore for the first leg on December 26 at the Jalan Besar Stadium, and then returning home to host The Lions at the Viet Tri Stadium in Phu Th...

Vietnam and the Philippines played out a thrilling 1-1 draw in their Group B encounter at the 2024 ASEAN Championship. With this result, Vietnam maintained their lead at the top of the group with seven points. Indonesia and Myanmar are hot on their heels, tied for second place with four points each, setting up an exciting conclusion to the group stage. The Philippines, sitting in fourth place with three points, are still in contention, while Laos have been eliminated. It was a dramatic game that saw Vietnam equalize in the dying moments. The Vietnamese side fielded an unfamiliar lineup and struggled to impose themselves on the game. An early penalty appeal was turned down after a VAR review, and Vietnam found themselves in a stalemate, lacking fluidity and coordination. Intense battle: Vietnamese (red jersey) and Philippine players vie for the ball. Photo: Huu Tan Their attempts on goal came from difficult positions, failing to trouble the Philippine defense. A surpri...