Malaysian media hail Vietnam’s convincing 3-0 win at AFF Suzuki Cup 2020
Malaysian media have highly assessed Vietnam after the reigning champions defeated Malaysia 3-0 in their match on December 12 at the ongoing AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 in Singapore.
Nguyen Cong Phuong (No.10 in red) fooled three defenders with his close control and dribbling before unleashing a superb finish past Malaysian goalie (Photo: VNA)
Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – ♛Malaysian media have highlyassessed Vietnam after the reigning champions defeated Malaysia 3-0 in their matchon December 12 at the ongoing AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 in Singapore.
In an article entitled “Vietnam check Malaysia's semi-finalhope with 3-0 win”, Malaysian national news agency Bernama wrote that Malaysia's hope ofbooking an early ticket to the semi-finals suffered a setback when theywere beaten by Vietnam in their Group B match. “Malaysia were punished for failing to adapt quickly tothe high-intensity match as Vietnam scored twice in a space of fourminutes in the first half, before sealing the game with their third goal in thedying minutes of the match,” it continued.
The result also broke Malaysia’s unbeaten record in thegroup, following their wins over Cambodia and Laos in their first twomatches.
ꦺ The defeat in the hands of the defending champions pushedMalaysia to third place.
It is also Malaysia's sixth defeat in their last sevenclashes with Vietnam and the fifth for coach Tan Cheng Hoe since taking chargeof the national team in 2017. In his article published in The Star newspaper, author T.Avineshwaran noted that “Harimau Malaya just can't find a way to douse the fireof the Golden Dragons”, and Malaysia suffered their first defeat in the AFFSuzuki Cup 2020. “The depleted Malaysian side could not stamp their mark inthe first-half, as Park Hang-seo’s side were quick in their attackingtransitions and were constantly tormenting Tan Cheng Hoe’s team with theirsuperb pressing”. Astro Awani television news channel reported that with asimilar line-up in the game with Laos, Malaysia could not find a way past seasonedplayers of Vietnam. To qualify for the semi-finals, Malaysia will have to beatIndonesia in their final group match on December 19, it said./.
The ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Suzuki Cup kicked off on December 5 with an impressive opening ceremony with the attendance of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, which shows the Southeast Asian tournament has received more attention from the world.
Two goals scored by Nguyen Cong Phuong and Phan Van Duc helped Vietnam secure their first win in the opening match of Group B at the AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 in Singapore on December 6 night.
Vietnam rose to top of group B at the AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 with a 3-0 victory over Malaysia at Bishan Stadium in Singapore on December 12 night, securing six points after two games.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
The cultural event in Canberra not only fostered cultural exchanges between Vietnam and Australia but also contributed to promoting Vietnam’s image internationally
The U23 competition will run from June 16 to 22, followed by the U17 event from June 23 to 28, while athletes competing in the U23 category will undergo weight and skill checks ahead of the matches starting June 18, while similar checks for U17 athletes will take place before June 23.
Nguyen Cong Phuong (No.10 in red) fooled three defenders with his close control and dribbling before unleashing a superb finish past Malaysian goalie (Photo: VNA) 
