After topping Group B, Vietnam's U18 women's volleyball team faced Indonesia, the runners-up of Group A, in the semifinals. Indonesia arrived as a formidable opponent after victories over Hong Kong (China) and Australia, with their only group-stage defeat coming against Thailand.

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Vietnam's U18 women's volleyball team celebrates its hard-fought victory over Indonesia.

As expected, Vietnam faced a tough challenge in the opening set. However, crucial points at key moments helped Anh Thao and her teammates claim the set 25-21.

Indonesia responded strongly in the second set, capitalizing on Vietnam's lapse in concentration to level the match with a 25-21 victory.

With the score tied at 1-1, head coach Nguyen Ngoc Hoa made several tactical and personnel adjustments for the third set. After trailing 13-16, Vietnam mounted an impressive comeback to win 25-22.

The match became even more intense as Indonesia claimed the fourth set 25-22, forcing a decisive fifth set. Vietnam attacked more effectively and committed fewer errors in serve reception to secure a 15-10 victory, sealing a 3-2 win and a place in the final.

Vietnam will face the winner of the other semifinal between Thailand and the Philippines in the championship match.

Dai Nam