Coach Hoang Anh Tuan’s players did not perform well in the first minutes, giving their Malaysian opponents, in their highly physical form, the chance to dominate the game.

Malaysian strikers several times challenged goalkeeper Van Chuan due to Vietnamese defenders’ mistakes, but they failed to take advantage of the chances.

Vietnam did not play well but made a difference thanks to a deeply personal moment. Khuat Van Khang opened the score in the 39th minute from a beautiful free kick, breaking the deadlock. This was one of the best goals of the tournament so far.

Malaysian players immediately applied the power-play tactics, hoping to earn an equalizer. However, coach Hoang Anh Tuan’s students easily neutralized the opponents’ attacks.

After the break, Vietnam continued to be on the defensive, while Malaysia remained in a state of complete deadlock.

Coach Hoang Anh Tuan made an adjustment once again that helped Vietnam score another goal.

Just a few minutes after entering the field, Bui Vi Hao who scored a brace for Vietnam in their first match against Kuwait, earned a penalty for Vietnam. From the penalty spot, Vo Hoang Minh Khoa did not miss the opportunity to extend Vietnam’s lead.

In 30 minutes later, Vietnamese players stood firm in the face of their opponents’ intense attacks.

Vietnam will take on Uzbekistan in their last Group D match. However, they are awaiting the result of the Uzbekistan vs Kuwait match that will take place late on April 20.

If Uzbekistan win or draw with Kuwait, Vietnam will certainly win a ticket to the quarterfinals before one round.

VOV