Nguyen Cong Phuong dribbles through Malaysian players. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam rose to top of group B at the AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 with a 3-0victory over Malaysia at Bishan Stadium in Singapore on December 12 night, securing six points after two games.
Vietnam put on a strong performance in a game where their opponents Malaysia did not have many options for players, with four infected with COVID-19 and one injured.
In the second minute, Vietnamgot an early chance when Nguyen Cong Phuong shot over the bar from closedistance.
Most of the spectators onthe stand were Vietnamese fans, who created a vibrant atmosphere for the game andhelped boost the spirit of players.
In the 10th minute, it wasNguyen Cong Phuong again as he put pressure on Malaysia defense and the keeper had tomake a clearance.
Vietnam constantly madelong passes from their side to the opponent's box and Nguyen Cong Phuong was thedestination. He was the centre-forward of Vietnam in this game.
In the 32nd minute, Phan Van Duc sprinted down the left flank and passed to Nguyen Quang Hai, who made a thunderous strike with his left foot and leftkeeper Khairul Fahmi no chance, opening the score for Vietnam.
Just four minutes later, Nguyen Quang Hai made a backheel pass to Nguyen Cong Phuong, who dribbled past two Malaysia defenders beforefinishing. The ball hit the right post and went in.
Nguyen Quang Hai shines, scoring the first goal for Vietnam. (Photo: vnexpress.net) Vietnam took the leadwith two goals by Nguyen Quang Hai and Nguyen Cong Phuong after the first 45 minutes.
Five minutes into the second half, the referee gave Vietnam’s captain QueNgoc Hai a yellow card after he fouled Syafiq Ahmad. This player later left thefield on a stretcher.
In the 54th minute, Vietnam had the first substitution, as Nguyen Tien Linhreplaced Nguyen Cong Phuong, the scorer of the second goal.
In the 62nd minute, Vietnam made two substitutions: Nguyen Van Toan for NguyenQuang Hai and Bui Tien Dung for Nguyen Thanh Chung.
Since the 75th minute, Vietnam started taking keyplayers off the field to preserve their stamina for the next game againstIndonesia three days later. Phan Van Duc was out for Luong Xuan Truong,while Ho Tan Tai replaced Nguyen Phong Hong Duy.
In the 89th minute, Malaysia lost the ball in the midfield and Nguyen Hoang Duc punishedthe mistake. He easily dribbled past the defender before shooting from outsidethe box into the left corner. It was the third goal for Vietnam.
With two consecutive wins, Vietnam temporarily top Group B, followed byIndonesia which also beat Laos 5-1 in their earlier match. Both teams now havesix points but Vietnam achieved a better goal difference.
Vietnam will play against Indonesia on December 15 before facing Cambodiain the last match of Group B./.
Vietnam put on a strong performance in a game where their opponents Malaysia did not have many options for players, with four infected with COVID-19 and one injured.
In the second minute, Vietnamgot an early chance when Nguyen Cong Phuong shot over the bar from closedistance.
Most of the spectators onthe stand were Vietnamese fans, who created a vibrant atmosphere for the game andhelped boost the spirit of players.
In the 10th minute, it wasNguyen Cong Phuong again as he put pressure on Malaysia defense and the keeper had tomake a clearance.
Vietnam constantly madelong passes from their side to the opponent's box and Nguyen Cong Phuong was thedestination. He was the centre-forward of Vietnam in this game.
In the 32nd minute, Phan Van Duc sprinted down the left flank and passed to Nguyen Quang Hai, who made a thunderous strike with his left foot and leftkeeper Khairul Fahmi no chance, opening the score for Vietnam.
Just four minutes later, Nguyen Quang Hai made a backheel pass to Nguyen Cong Phuong, who dribbled past two Malaysia defenders beforefinishing. The ball hit the right post and went in.
Nguyen Quang Hai shines, scoring the first goal for Vietnam. (Photo: vnexpress.net) Five minutes into the second half, the referee gave Vietnam’s captain QueNgoc Hai a yellow card after he fouled Syafiq Ahmad. This player later left thefield on a stretcher.
In the 54th minute, Vietnam had the first substitution, as Nguyen Tien Linhreplaced Nguyen Cong Phuong, the scorer of the second goal.
In the 62nd minute, Vietnam made two substitutions: Nguyen Van Toan for NguyenQuang Hai and Bui Tien Dung for Nguyen Thanh Chung.
Since the 75th minute, Vietnam started taking keyplayers off the field to preserve their stamina for the next game againstIndonesia three days later. Phan Van Duc was out for Luong Xuan Truong,while Ho Tan Tai replaced Nguyen Phong Hong Duy.
In the 89th minute, Malaysia lost the ball in the midfield and Nguyen Hoang Duc punishedthe mistake. He easily dribbled past the defender before shooting from outsidethe box into the left corner. It was the third goal for Vietnam.
With two consecutive wins, Vietnam temporarily top Group B, followed byIndonesia which also beat Laos 5-1 in their earlier match. Both teams now havesix points but Vietnam achieved a better goal difference.
Vietnam will play against Indonesia on December 15 before facing Cambodiain the last match of Group B./.
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