The match began with high intensity as Vietnam quickly applied pressure. Within the first two minutes, Minh Quang and Ngoc Anh both fired shots that forced the Indonesian defense into early action.

However, it was Indonesia who struck first. In the 4th minute, from a quick throw-in on the left, Brian Ick’s shot deflected off Nhan Gia Hung, wrongfooting goalkeeper Van Tu and putting the hosts ahead.

Vietnam struggled to break down Indonesia’s disciplined defensive structure. Their task became even tougher in the 11th minute when a midfield error by Da Hai allowed Adriansyah Nur to pounce and double the home team’s lead.

Entering the second half with a two-goal deficit, Vietnam pushed forward and found a breakthrough in the 25th minute. Capitalizing on a quick counterattack, Da Hai finished first-time to reduce the gap to 1-2.

Just minutes later, Indonesia re-established their two-goal cushion with a powerful shot from Reza Gunawan in the 27th minute.

Coach Diego Giustozzi's side continued to fight, adopting a power-play strategy in the final stretch of the game. Their persistence paid off in the 35th minute when Da Hai netted his second with a fierce strike off the underside of the crossbar.

Despite several close chances, including a late double attempt by captain Manh Dung, Vietnam couldn’t find the equalizer and had to accept a 2-3 loss.

Goal scorers

Vietnam: Da Hai (25’, 35’)
Indonesia: Brian Ick (4’), Adriansyah Nur (11’), Reza Gunawan (27’)

Starting line-ups

Vietnam: Pham Van Tu, Nguyen Manh Dung, Chau Doan Phat, Dinh Cong Vien, Nguyen Thinh Phat
Indonesia: Ahmad Habibie, Rizki Xavier, Mochammad Iqbal, Israr Megantara, Firman Ardiansyah

With this result, Vietnam's futsal journey ends at the quarterfinal stage, while Indonesia advances to face Japan in the semifinals. The other semifinal will see Iran take on Iraq.

Coach Diego Giustozzi praised his players’ performance, noting that Vietnam had enough quality and determination to deserve more from the match.

Thien Binh