Vietnam finished second in Group C of the ongoing Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U20 Futsal Championship in Iran. They will face Indonesia in the quarterfinals on June 18.
U20 Vietnam (in white) surprise strong
rivals Japan with an opener in the 14th minute but could not hold on to their
lead and suffered a 2-1 loss.
Vietnam suffered a 2-1 loss to title
favourites Japan in their second group game on Sunday, despite trying hard
against the strong rivals.
Both sides earned their respective
victories over U20 Tajikistan in their opening matches to seal their places in
the quarterfinals, so their confrontation yesterday was only to decide the
group leading.
Reaching the last eight for the first
time, Vietnam started well without pressure, while Japan also began brightly as
they went in search of an early goal.
It was the Southeast Asians who found
the back of the net first, thanks to An Lam Toi’s attempt in the 14th minute.
However, the lead lasted for less than a
minute as Yamada Kaito levelled the score for Japan from distance.
Japan took the lead in the 18th minute
as Motoishi Takehiro drilled a grounder into the bottom left corner of the net.
Truong Quoc Tuan’s side were more
adventurous in the second half and in the 24th minute, Nhan Gia Hung
intercepted Osaw Masashi’s pass in front of the box, leaving him with only
Hiroshi to beat, but his shot smacked the post.
However, the equaliser was not to come
as Japan maintained discipline to finish as Group C winners.
Vietnam will enter the
quarterfinal match against Group D winners, Indonesia on June 18, while Japan
will play Group D runners-up Iraq.
Source: NDO
In the early days of the Year of the Snake, Hoa Binh province is filled with a lively and joyful atmosphere as various sports exchange and competition activities take place. These events have become a cherished tradition among local ethnic communities, strengthening their solidarity and fostering their close bonds. They contribute to the robust development of grassroots sports movements, enhancing the cultural and spiritual life of the people.
The Hoa Binh provincial Health sector trade union organized the 1st expanded Hoa Binh provincial Health sector Pickleball tournament in 2025.
At the Hoa Binh provincial sports arena, the Organizing Committee of the 8th Hoa Binh City Sports Festival 2025 held youth and championship crossbow shooting, tug of war, and stick pushing tournaments.
Enforcement Departments of 7 Provinces in the Northeastern and Mountainous Regions
On February 19th, at the Hoa Binh Province Sports Hall, the Cluster of Judicial Departments and Civil Judgment Enforcement Departments of 7 provinces in the Northeastern and Mountainous regions, including Hoa Binh, Thai Nguyen, Tuyen Quang, Bac Kan, Yen Bai, Bac Giang and Phu Tho organized a friendly sports competition. A total of 52 athletes from the provinces in the cluster participated in the competition.
At 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 16th, at Hoa Binh Provincial Stadium, Hoa Binh Football Club (Hoa Binh FC) played against Long An Football Club (Long An FC) in round 9 of the National First Division Football Tournament - Bia Sao Vang, 2024 - 2025. The dramatic match ended in a 0-0 draw when no goals were scored.
At 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 16th, at Hoa Binh Provincial Stadium, Hoa Binh Football Club (Hoa Binh FC) played against Long An Football Club (Long An FC) in round 9 of the National First Division Football Tournament - Bia Sao Vang, 2024 - 2025. The dramatic match ended in a 0-0 draw when no goals were scored.