In the opening moments, Palestine exhibited an assertive strategy, initiating attacks and applying pressure on the opposing team.
Vietnam’s defense demonstrated exceptional strength and organization, effectively preventing their adversaries from breaching goalkeeper Nguyen Dinh Trieu’s net.
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| Football supporters spectate Vietnam’s friendly match against Palestine at Thien Truong Stadium in Nam Dinh Province, northern Vietnam, September 11, 2023. Photo: Hoang Tung / Tuoi Tre |
In the 18th minute, Palestine had their first notable opportunity when Ali Abualfa broke away and faced off against Dinh Trieu, but the Vietnamese goalkeeper expertly saved the player’s shot.
After just two minutes, midfielder Nguyen Quang Hai’s lofted pass created a chaotic scene in the Palestine penalty box.
Nguyen Hoang Duc capitalized on an opportunity to attempt a shot, however, the ball made contact with the foot of a Palestinian defender and went out of play.
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| Striker Nguyen Cong Phuong celebrates his goal in Vietnam’s friendly match against Palestine at Thien Truong Stadium in Nam Dinh Province, northern Vietnam, September 11, 2023. Photo: Hoang Tung / Tuoi Tre |
During the first half, it is worth mentioning the unfortunate incident involving Pham Trung Hieu and Trieu Viet Hung, who had to leave the field in an ambulance as a result of injuries.
In the following minutes, both teams had opportunities but were unable to convert them into goals.
In the 61st minute, Vietnam took the lead when Hoang Duc expertly played a through ball to Cong Phuong. Phuong then skillfully evaded Palestine’s goalkeeper, Rami Hamada, and calmly put the ball into the net, giving Vietnam a 1-0 advantage.
In a display of exceptional skill, Hoang Duc executed a brilliant pass to Pham Tuan Hai. However, despite Hai’s best efforts, he was unable to overcome goalkeeper Hamada in their attempt.
Vietnam’s initial disappointment quickly turned into joy when, in the 78th minute, Nguyen Van Toan expertly infiltrated the opposition’s penalty area and neatly set up Tuan Hai to score a goal into the open net. This goal extended Vietnam’s lead to 2-0.
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| Forward Pham Tuan Hai (red jersey) celebrates his goal in Vietnam’s friendly match against Palestine at Thien Truong Stadium in Nam Dinh Province, northern Vietnam, September 11, 2023. Photo: Hoang Tung / Tuoi Tre |
Vietnam has an upcoming schedule of away games against China on October 10, Uzbekistan on October 13, and South Korea on October 17.
The upcoming international friendlies are highly anticipated as they offer valuable opportunities for players to enhance their skills in preparation for the qualifying rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2023 AFC Asian Cup.
Vietnam is participating in Group F during the second AFC qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This anticipated tournament is scheduled to take place from November 16, 2023 to June 11, 2024. The other teams in Group F include Iraq, the Philippines, and the winners of the match between Indonesia and Brunei.
The Vietnamese national team has been placed in Group D for the upcoming final round of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. This prestigious tournament is scheduled to be held from January 12th to February 10th, 2024. The group consists of strong opponents such as Japan, Indonesia, and Iraq.
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