On August 14, Vietnam defeated Pakistan 3-0 in their first match at ASIAD 2018 in Indonesia. Although Cong Phuong missed 2 penalties, the Vietnamese Olympic team took a big win against Pakistan thanks to goals from Quang Hai (21st minute), Van Quyet (41st) and Cong Phuong (72nd). Vietnam took their second win in their next match, beating Nepal 2-0 on August 16. Key players including Van Quyet, Xuan Truong, Van Hau and Cong Phuong were left on the bench but Vietnam still fought to victory over Nepal thanks to a great performance by Anh Duc with his 31st minute goal and Van Duc’s 63rd minute strike. Vietnam beat Japan 1-0 in their third and final match of the group stage on August 19. Van Toan slipped the ball through to Quang Hai who scored in the third minute. Over the rest 87 minutes, the Vietnamese Olympic team played safely, containing the Japanese team and defending their top position in Group D. Vietnam beat Bahrain 1-0 on August 23. Sanad Ahmed received a red card in … [Read more...] about Relive Vietnam Olympic team’s historic journey at ASIAD 2018
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Nation’s football fans come out in support of Vietnam Olympic team
Many football fans meet at Hang Day Stadium in Hanoi to watch the match between Vietnam and UAE. A large screen is set up in Hang Day Stadium to show the game. Many banners and national flags are on sale around Hang Day Stadium for the football fans. Despite the hot weather, Vietnamese fans still show their passionate support for the country’s football team. Approximately 1,000 football fans are present in Hang Day Stadium. Local fans believe head coach Park Hang-seo can lead the team to victory against UAE. Many slogans and national flags appear in the stadium. A disabled athlete arrives at Hang Day Stadium to support the Vietnamese team. Flares are lit to create an atmosphere of excitement. Fans wave the national flags of Vietnam and the RoK in Hang Day Stadium. Thousands of local people in Ho Chi Minh City flood the streets to show support for the Vietnamese Olympic team. On Nguyen Hue walking street, crowds of people gather in front of a large screen to support … [Read more...] about Nation’s football fans come out in support of Vietnam Olympic team
Thousands flood Hanoi streets to support Vietnam’s Olympic team
Losing the match against the RoK did nothing to dent the pride Vietnamese fans feel for the national team. Many people say they were sad to see Vietnam lose to the RoK in the semi-final match, but they believe all of the players tried their utmost and put up a challenge for their very strong rival the RoK. Despite the defeat, the Vietnamese Olympic team had already made history, progressing to the semi-finals of ASIAD for the first time and lifting Vietnam’s football to ever loftier heights. After the referee blew the whistle to end the match, thousands of football fans flooded the streets to show support for the Vietnamese Olympic team. The streets of Hanoi are awash with national flags. Football fans sing songs to celebrate the successes of the Vietnamese Olympic team. The atmosphere around Hoan Kiem Lake is lively and joyous. Many football fans wave national flags in the air while shouting, "Vietnam champion!” Vietnam suffered defeat in the … [Read more...] about Thousands flood Hanoi streets to support Vietnam’s Olympic team
Vietnamese Olympic team’s new surroundings for ASIAD semi-finals
The Vietnamese Olympic team has travelled from Bekasi City to Bogor City to compete in the semi-final round of the men’s football at ASIAD. The semi-finals, third-place and final matches will be held in Bogor City. The Vietnamese Olympic team led by head coach Park Hang Seo will play their semi-final match at Pakansari Stadium in Bogor City, the venue where Vietnam met Indonesia in the semi-final round of the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Cup in 2016. Park Hang Seo’s backroom staff held a technical meeting in the morning of August 28 before the next day’s semi-final match in Bogor City. Aston Sentul Lake Resort and Conference Centre is the most luxurious lodging of the 3 places the Vietnamese team have stayed at during ASIAD 2018. Aston Sentul Lake Resort is about 16km far from Pakansari Stadium. Each room in the resort costs around US$100 per night. The Vietnamese Olympic team will stay at the hotel from now until ASIAD 2018 concludes. There are gym … [Read more...] about Vietnamese Olympic team’s new surroundings for ASIAD semi-finals
Fans sleepless with victory of Vietnam Olympic team at ASIAD
Hanoians flock to the street to celebrate the victory of the Vietnam Olympic football team over its rival Syria in the quarter-finals of ASIAD 2018. Hanoi streets are flooded with the national gold-star red flags after the resounding victory of the Vietnam Olympic football team. This is the first time the Vietnam football team has advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Games. Football fans light flares on Hanoi streets. Fans in Hanoi are overjoyed at the team’s historic victory at ASIAD 2018. The celebration party along Hanoi streets last till midnight. Fans gather at Hanoi Opera House to celebrate the victory. Football fans in Ho Chi Minh City flood the streets after the Vietnam Olympic team defeat Syria 1-0 in the quarter-finals of ASIAD. Le Duan, Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ly Tu Trong, and Hai Ba Trung Streets are packed with people. In Vinh City, Nghe An Province, crowds throng streets at rush hour. Football fans in the central province of Thua … [Read more...] about Fans sleepless with victory of Vietnam Olympic team at ASIAD