The second semifinal game between host Indonesia and Vietnam started at 7:30pm today, with the winner to face Malaysia in the final match on November 21 at the 26th SEA Games. The host Indonesia opened the score in the 61st minute from a free kick on right side. Vietnam goalie Buu Ngoc touched the ball from a diving shot but it slipped through his hands and went into the left corner. On the Gelora Bung Karno stadium with capacity of 80,000 seats, both sides exchanged relentless attacks towards rival goal frame. Indonesia had slightly better ball possession during the first half of the breath-taking game which is played with quick tempo. Indonesia created a pressing style of playing all over the field. However, they have met with Vietnam steadfast defence which is deployed to create no space for the rivals to handle the ball. Vietnamese goalkeeper Buu Ngoc has twice saved shots by Indonesian players. Ngoc has recovered from head injury for colliding with a rival and returned to … [Read more...] about Vietnam – Indonesia: 0-1 (second half)
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Vietnam – Indonesia: 1-0 (second half)
The second semifinal game between host Indonesia and Vietnam started at 7:30pm today, with the winner to face Malaysia in the final match on November 21 at the 26th SEA Games. On the Gelora Bung Karno stadium with capacity of 80,000 seats, both sides exchanged relentless attacks towards rival goal frame. Indonesia had slightly better ball possession during the first half of the breath-taking game which is played with quick tempo. Indonesia created a pressing style of playing all over the field. However, they have met with Vietnam steadfast defence which is deployed to create no space for the rivals to handle the ball. Vietnamese goalkeeper Buu Ngoc has twice saved shots by Indonesian players. Ngoc has recovered from head injury for colliding with a rival and returned to his work on the field. Vietnam has recorded an unbeaten result at group stage competition, and tops group B with 13 points from four wins and a draw. In the other semifinal game, defending champion Malaysia … [Read more...] about Vietnam – Indonesia: 1-0 (second half)
Vietnam, hosts Indonesia aim groups’ top spots
Both sides are already qualified for the semifinals and are attempting to win more points during the last group stage games today to stand atop their groups and avoid meeting each other in the last-four round. Coach Falko Goetz (C) is guiding his players during a training before the game with Laos today Photo: Tuoi Tre Vietnam national team coach Falko Goetz said the squad will seek a win over Laos, who has already been eliminated, today to pocket a total of 13 points and win group B thanks to a better goal difference than Myanmar. Meanwhile, in group A Indonesia holds 9 points and will only need a draw with Malaysia to win the group. Malaysia is also aiming for more points to secure a spot in the semifinals as the side could also be eliminated in case they lose to Indonesia and Singapore beats Thailand with a score margin of 8 goals. Now, Malaysia has 7 points, scoring 9 goals and conceding 2 while Singapore holds 4 points with a for/against … [Read more...] about Vietnam, hosts Indonesia aim groups’ top spots
At least 26 killed, 7 missing in flash flood in Papua, Indonesia
Flash floods in West Papua province in easternmost of Indonesia has killed at least 26 people and left seven others missing, an official said on October 4. The spokesman for Disaster Management Agency, Priyadi Kardono, said earlier that the floods occurred on Sunday, but then he revised it to before dawn Monday. Heavy rains were blamed for the disaster at Teluk Wondama district of the province, he said. "The floods also injured 61 people and destroyed 31 houses. The death toll recorded has increased to 26 now with 61 persons wounded. Seven others still go missing," Kardono told Xinhua by phone. Earlier, he said the rescue for the missing people by local communities was hampered by fallen trees. The Head of operation of the Search and Rescue Office for West Papua Muhammad Arifin said dozens of rescuers from Manokwari, the capital of West Papua province, and other cities may arrive to the scene after midnight. "The team of rescuers departed this afternoon. The journey … [Read more...] about At least 26 killed, 7 missing in flash flood in Papua, Indonesia
Rescue crews find 135 missing people after Indonesia quake
Rescue crews have found 135 missing people after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's coast, triggering a tsunami and leaving hundreds dead, authorities said on October 30. At least 413 were killed and 133 remain missing, according to the Indonesia Disaster Management Agency. Dozens were found alive over the past five days, officials said. Authorities said 270 people were seriously injured. More than 22,000 people have been displaced or affected by the tsunami, which swept up villagers and swallowed homes without warning. The government is considering relocating some residents in the earthquake-prone islands near Sumatra. On the country's hard-hit Mentawai Islands, at least six of the 27 villages have "practically been flattened," state media said, citing the governor of West Sumatra. The quake struck Monday, triggering a tsunami warning. Its epicenter was 240 kilometers (150 miles) south of Padang, according to the US Geological Survey. The … [Read more...] about Rescue crews find 135 missing people after Indonesia quake