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Vietnam to Face Indonesia in the Men’s Football Semifinals of the Southeast Asian Games Following a Draw with Thailand

On Saturday, Vietnam will compete against Indonesia in the men's football semifinals of the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia. This follows their 1-1 draw against Thailand in their last group-stage game on Thursday.

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18 May, 2023

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Vietnam conceded an early goal but quickly responded with an equalizer in Thursday’s match. Their spirited comeback kept the score even until the end of the game.

Achitpol Keereerom took advantage of a mistake by Vietnamese defender Luong Duy Cuong, slipping past Doan Huy Hoang with ease to score in the opening three minutes of the match.

Thailand slowed their pace following the opening goal, while Vietnam maintained their offensive momentum. The two teams displayed contrasting approaches to the game, with Thailand focusing on defense and Vietnam pushing forward with aggressive attacks.

Vietnam faced difficulties in attempting to score opportunistic goals.

At half-time, Thailand was leading 1-0. The team had put in a strong performance in the first 45 minutes and was in a good position to take the victory. With the scoreline in their favor, Thailand’s players and coaching staff had plenty of confidence heading into the second half of the match. Their strategy had worked perfectly and they were determined to make their lead count.

Things started to look a lot brighter for Vietnam once coach Philippe Troussier made dramatic changes in the second half.

The junior Golden Stars scored an equalizer in the 54th minute after persistent pressing.

A free kick led to a series of precise passes and potent shots, and Le Quoc Nhat Nam expertly tapped the ball into the Thai net.

The goal bolstered Vietnam’s morale, allowing them to create several scoring opportunities and dominate the game for the next 30 minutes.

Despite their efforts, they were unable to find the back of the net a second time.

Thai players (in blue) celebrated their opening goal against Vietnam in the final Group B game of the men’s football tournament at the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia on May 11th, 2023. The image captures the joyous moment for the players, coaches, and fans of the Thai team. It was a historic event for Thailand, as it marked their first goal in a SEA Games final.

Thai players (blue) celebrate their opening goal against Vietnam in their final Group B game in men’s football of the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia, May 11, 2023. Photo: N.K. / Tuoi Tre

The jubilation of the Thai players was palpable on May 11th, 2023 as they scored their first goal in the Group B game of the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia. This historic moment was captured in the image above, showing the joy of the team, coaches, and fans in celebration. It marked a significant victory for Thailand, as it was their first goal in a SEA Games final.

Thai players (blue) celebrate their opening goal against Vietnam in their final group-stage game in men’s football at the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia, May 11, 2023. Photo: N.K. / Tuoi Tre

The 1-1 draw saw Vietnam secure second place in Group B with 10 points.

Thailand also had 10 points, but topped the group due to having a superior goal difference.

The second-place finish set Vietnam up for a semifinal game on Saturday against Indonesia, who topped Group A.

Thailand will face Group A runners-up Myanmar on the same date. Both teams will be vying to secure their place in the next round of the tournament.

The 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games will be held in the Kingdom of Cambodia, with the cities of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, and Kep playing host to the event. The Games will kick off on May 8 and last until May 17, with athletes from 11 countries in the region competing in over 40 different sports.

The 2023 SEA Games will be the 33rd edition of the Games and will feature a variety of disciplines, including archery, athletics, aquatics, badminton, basketball, boxing, canoeing, cycling, football, golf, gymnastics, handball, hockey, judo, kabaddi, karate, muay thai, rowing, sailing, sepak takraw, shooting, softball, squash, table tennis, taekwondo, tennis, traditional boat race, volleyball, weightlifting, wrestling, and wushu.

This year’s SEA Games promises to be an exciting event, with athletes from 11 countries in the region coming together to compete in over 40 different sports. From archery to weightlifting, volleyball to wushu, the Games will feature a variety of disciplines that will showcase the best of the region’s athletes. With the iconic cities of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, and Kep playing host to the event, the 2023 SEA Games is sure to be an unforgettable experience.

Vietnam sent a delegation of 1,003 members—the biggest in the country’s sporting history—to the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games edition, marking a milestone achievement. This monumental number of representatives is sure to make a lasting impact on the tournament and is certain to be remembered for years to come.

The nation topped the medal tally with 59 gold, 57 silver, and 72 bronze medals as of 12:00 pm on Friday, followed closely by host Cambodia with 56 gold, 44 silver, and 54 bronze medals.

Thailand is in third place with a total of 151 medals: 54 gold, 39 silver, and 58 bronze medals.

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Vietnam will take on Indonesia in the men’s football semi-finals at the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia this Saturday, following their 1-1 draw against Thailand in their concluding group-stage match on Thursday. The Vietnamese team is now set to face off against the Indonesians in their bid to reach the final.

Vietnam conceded an early goal on Thursday, but they fought back to draw level with an equalizer. Despite the setback, the team showed resilience as they battled to salvage the match.

Achitpol Keereerom took advantage of the Vietnamese defender Luong Duy Cuong’s slip and was able to breeze past Doan Huy Hoang in the goal, scoring in the first three minutes of the match.

Thailand slowed their pace after scoring the opening goal, while Vietnam kept up their aggressive attack.

However, Vietnam faced difficulty in seeking out chances to score goals.

Thailand was ahead by one goal at the halftime break. The scores were 1-0 in favour of the hosts, giving them a slim lead over their opponents.

Things started to look up for Vietnam once coach Philippe Troussier made bold changes in the second half.

The junior Golden Stars scored an equalizer in the 54th minute, following persistent pressing.

A free kick resulted in a sequence of passes and shots, and Le Quoc Nhat Nam deftly tapped the ball into the Thai goal.

The goal bolstered Vietnam’s morale, allowing them to create several scoring chances and command the game for the next 30 minutes.

Despite their tireless efforts, they were unable to find the back of the net a second time.

Thai players celebrated their opening goal against Vietnam in the men’s football final of the 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia on May 11, 2023. The goal gave them a huge lift in their Group B match, and they went on to win the game. The image shows Thai players (in blue) celebrating their goal in a moment of joy and excitement.

The 1-1 draw put Vietnam in second place in Group B with 10 points.

Thailand topped their group in the competition, despite only amassing 10 points. This was due to having a higher goal difference, compared to the other teams in the group.

The second-place finish set Vietnam up for a semifinal game on Saturday against Indonesia, who topped Group A.

Thailand will face Myanmar, the runners-up in Group A, on the same date. It promises to be an exciting matchup between two teams who have shown impressive form in the tournament thus far.

The 2023 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games will be hosted by Cambodia in its capital city, Phnom Penh, as well as Siem Reap Province, Preah Sihanouk Province, Kampot Province, and Kep Province. This year’s event will span from April 9 to May 17, and will bring together the best athletes from the 11 participating countries.

The Southeast Asian Games is a biennial event that is held among the 11 nations of Southeast Asia. Participants compete in a range of sports, from traditional sports such as netball and sepak takraw to more modern sports such as beach volleyball and petanque. The SEA Games also promote inter-cultural understanding and camaraderie amongst the countries of the region.

This year’s SEA Games will be the 33rd edition of the tournament and will be the first time Cambodia has hosted it. It is sure to be a grand spectacle filled with intense competition, camaraderie, and sporting excellence. With a variety of sports and activities, the 2023 SEA Games promises to be a memorable event for the participating nations.

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

The nation topped the medal tally with 59 gold, 57 silver, and 72 bronze medals as of 12:00 pm on Friday, outstripping host Cambodia, which had 56 gold, 44 silver, and 54 bronze medals.

Thailand ranks third in medals tally with 54 gold, 39 silver, and 58 bronze medals. The country has secured a total of 151 medals across categories.

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