Vietnam continued their dream journey at the Asian Football Confederation U23 Championship after beating Iraq 5-3 in the penalty shootout on January 20 in Changsu, China.


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U23 Vietnam footballers after their goal during the match against Iraq 

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Striker Nguyen Cong Phuong opened the score in the first half, surprising not only their rivals but also the whole continent.


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U23 Vietnam team members celebrate their historic victory 

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Football lovers in Hanoi celebrate the win together with the national flag 

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