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Despite Loss to Philippines, Vietnam to Reach Semifinals of 2023 SEA Games Women’s Football

Despite suffering a 1-2 loss to the Philippines in their final Group A match on Tuesday afternoon, Vietnam have retained their top position in the group stage and earned a place in the semifinals of the women's football tournament at the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia.

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18 May, 2023

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Vietnam will face Cambodia in the semifinals, with the hosts hoping to make home advantage count.

The Philippines took an early lead in Tuesday’s game, courtesy of a penalty awarded in the 11^th minute. This came after Vietnamese goalkeeper Tran Thi Kim Thanh fouled a Philippine striker inside the box.

Vietnam had a difficult time crafting scoring chances before finally finding an equalizer in the 41st minute. Goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel failed to grasp a cross from defender Nguyen Thi My Anh, allowing Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy to capitalize on the rebound and put the ball in the back of the net.

The deadlock was broken in the 68th minute when a swift counterattack ended with a precise finish from Nguyen Tuan Anh, who had come on at half-time.

The equal first-half score seemed to alleviate the pressure on the Vietnamese players in the second half, when they displayed a commanding performance and crafted multiple threatening attacks.
The deadlock was broken in the 68th minute when a lightning-quick counterattack culminated in a precise finish from substitute Nguyen Tuan Anh, who had been brought on at the interval.

However, they failed to convert their scoring chances and ended up conceding an own goal in the 83rd minute. Midfielder Sara Eggesvik’s cross into Vietnam’s box was met by Hali Long, who put pressure on Tran Thi Thu and forced the ball into Kim Thanh’s net.

Vietnamese and Philippine athletes competed in the final Group A match of the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia on May 9, 2023. The match was a spectacle to behold, with both countries’ athletes showcasing their remarkable skills and athleticism. Spectators watched in awe as the Vietnamese and Philippine players fought for the win. The Vietnamese team emerged victorious, to the delight of the cheering crowd. The image captured the moment, with Vietnamese (red) and Philippine players in the foreground and the crowd in the background. It was a momentous event, and a great example of what sports can do to bring people together.

Vietnamese (red) and Philippine players compete in their final Group A match at the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia, May 9, 2023. Photo: N.K. / Tuoi Tre

The 1-2 loss did not deter Vietnam from maintaining their leading spot in Group A and set them up for a thrilling semifinal showdown with hosts Cambodia at 4:00 pm on Friday.

The other semifinal match will take place on the same date and will feature Thailand, the winners of Group B, taking on Myanmar.

The event, organized by the Southeast Asian Games Federation (SEAGF), is the 30th edition of the Southeast Asian Games and features athletes from the 11 member countries of the SEAGF.

The 30th edition of the Southeast Asian Games is currently taking place in Cambodia, with athletes from the 11 member countries of the Southeast Asian Games Federation (SEAGF) competing. The event, which will run from April 9 to May 17, is being held in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap Province, Preah Sihanouk Province, Kampot Province, and Kep Province. This marks the 2023 SEA Games, an event which occurs every two years and showcases the best athletes from the region.

Vietnam sent a record-breaking delegation of 1,003 members to the tournament, marking the largest number in the country’s sporting history to be dispatched to a Southeast Asian Games edition.

The nation ranks second in the medal tally with 39 gold, 39 silver, and 52 bronze medals as of 11:30 am on Wednesday, lower than Thailand with 41 gold, 30 silver, and 50 bronze medals.

Host Cambodia has excelled in the medal count, coming in third with 39 gold, 39 silver, and 45 bronze medals. This impressive achievement highlights the nation’s dedication to excellence and sporting prowess.

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Vietnam managed to preserve their top spot in the group-stage and have booked a spot in the semifinals of women’s football at the ongoing 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia, despite suffering a 1-2 loss to the Philippines in their final Group A match on Tuesday afternoon.

Vietnam’s opponents in the semifinals will be the hosts, Cambodia.

The penalty was converted by Alyjah Dula, who put the Philippines up 1-0.

The Philippines took an early lead in Tuesday’s game, thanks to a penalty awarded in the 11th minute after Vietnamese goalkeeper Tran Thi Kim Thanh fouled a Philippine striker in the box. The penalty was expertly converted by Alyjah Dula, giving the Philippines a 1-0 lead.

Vietnam toiled to craft scoring chances before finally finding an equalizer in the 41st minute. Goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel, unable to hold on to a cross from defender Nguyen Thi My Anh, saw her miscue punished as Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy tucked away the rebound.

The equal first-half score appeared to alleviate the tension on the Vietnamese players in the second half, when they displayed a powerful style of play and created numerous threatening opportunities.

However, despite their best efforts, they were unable to convert their scoring opportunities and ended up conceding an own goal in the 83rd minute. Midfielder Sara Eggesvik’s cross into Vietnam’s box was pressured by Hali Long, causing Tran Thi Thu to head the ball into Kim Thanh’s net.

Vietnamese and Philippine athletes competed in their final Group A match at the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia on May 9, 2023. Vietnamese (red) and Philippine players compete in their final Group A match at the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia, May 9, 2023. Photo: N.K / Tuoi Tre Thousands of spectators watched as the two countries’ representatives battled it out in the tournament. In the end, Vietnam emerged victorious and earned a place in the next round. The victory was a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players and their coaches.

Vietnamese (red) and Philippine players compete in their final Group A match at the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia, May 9, 2023. Photo: N.K. / Tuoi Tre

The 1-2 loss did not affect Vietnam’s leading spot in Group A, paving the way for a semifinal showdown with hosts Cambodia at 4:00 pm on Friday. Vietnam remain at the top of the group, despite the loss, and are ready to face their opponents in an exciting clash. The match promises to be an intense battle between two sides looking to make it to the final. With both teams eager to prove their mettle, it remains to be seen who will come out on top.

The other semifinal match will see Group B winners Thailand challenge Myanmar on the same date.

The 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, hosted by Cambodia, are taking place from April 9 to May 17 in the cities of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, and Kep. This is the first time Cambodia has hosted the SEA Games, having won the bid in 2017. The Games are a multi-sport event involving 11 countries in the region, and will showcase a wide range of sports, from traditional games like sepak takraw to more modern ones like beach volleyball and 3×3 basketball. The athletes will be competing for gold, silver, and bronze medals in each of the 49 sports.

The 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, held in Cambodia from April 9 to May 17, will showcase a wide range of sports in five cities across the country. Hosting the event for the first time since winning the bid in 2017, the Games will involve 11 countries in the region and feature 49 sports, from traditional ones such as sepak takraw to more modern disciplines like beach volleyball and 3×3 basketball. Participants will compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals in each of the events. The cities hosting the SEA Games are Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, and Kep.

The 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, held in Cambodia from April 9 to May 17, will showcase a wide range of sports in five cities across the country. Hosting the event for the first time since winning the bid in 2017, the Games will involve 11 countries in the region and feature 49 sports, from traditional ones such as sepak takraw to more modern disciplines like beach volleyball and 3×3 basketball. Participants will compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals in each of the events, with Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, and Kep hosting the SEA Games. This is set to be an exciting event for Cambodia and the entire region, as athletes from these 11 countries come together to display their skills and compete for the top spot.

Vietnam sent an impressive delegation of 1,003 members to the tournament, making it the largest number in the country’s sporting history to attend a SEA Games edition. This amazing feat is a testament to the nation’s commitment to excellence in athletics.

The nation ranks second in the medal tally with 39 gold, 39 silver, and 52 bronze medals as of 11:30 am on Wednesday, lower than Thailand with 41 gold, 30 silver, and 50 bronze medals.

Cambodia is in third place with an impressive 39 gold, 39 silver, and 45 bronze medals! This impressive medal tally highlights the country’s success in the sporting arena.

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