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(S'pore must mark this Vie-star man).

Vietnam’s Brazil-born striker Rafaelson a key threat against Lions Asean C’ship semi-finals.

SINGAPORE – Good players are worth the wait. That was why Vietnam included striker Rafaelson in their Asean Championship squad despite knowing that he cannot be fielded in their first three group games. On his much-anticipated international debut on Dec 21. Brazil-born striker more than justified that call-up. Adding samba flair to Golden Star Warriors, he scored two goals and created two more as hosts Vietnam thrashed Myanmar 5-0 to top Group B and set up the two-legged semi-finals against Group A runners-up Singapore. 

Comments: Spore - Vietnam match: Will Xuan Son continue to shine?


Xuan Son's sudden appearance is very difficult to deal with. At Tampines Rovers, we have studied the playing style of this very dangerous striker. Now, I'll apply my experience to S'pore players to find ways to stop him," said coach Gavin Lee.
“There are always two ways. One, on a more individual level, S'pore players have to be aware of how to contain him in best possible way when marking him. At same time, on a team level, we have to cut off all ball supply to this player needs. We have to block satellites around Nguyen Xuan Son, then we can limit this danger of this excellent player,” coach Gavin Lee added.

Meanwhile Straits Times quoted Nguyen Xuan Son's statement about meeting with S'pore in AFF Cup semi-finals. He said: "whole Vietnam team is ready, we have good relationship & team has many quality players, not just me personally. We just enjoy, play well & don't think too much about our opponents Spore. We just think about ourselves, prepare, train & recover well just move forward according to coach's plan."

According to the sheet: Straits Times, Nguyen Xuan Son has now played,lived with his family in Vietnam for more than 5 years, completing FIFA's 5-year residency requirement to become a naturalized player & play for Vietnamese national team as he dreamed. 27-year-old striker is one of the best strikers in the V-League, when he set a record of 31 goals in the 2023-2024 season, surpassing the record of 25 goals set by former player Le Huynh Duc in 1996. This season, Xuan Son has also scored 12 goals and had 1 assist for Nam Dinh Club after 12 matches in all competitions.

This semi-finals AFF Cup 2024, Vietnamese team will play the first leg against S'pore at Jalan Besar Stadium with artificial turf at 20:26.12 p.m. on December XNUMX (Vietnam time). The 2nd leg will take place at Viet Tri Stadium in Phu Tho at 20:29.12 p.m. on December 27.12. Meanwhile, the Thai team will meet the Philippines in the first leg away on December 30.12, and the second leg at home on December XNUMX.

Asean Mitsubishi Electric Cup 2024 will be broadcast live and in full on ftp extension Play, at: http://fptplay.vn

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SG will need a miracle to get pass Vietnam next.

The first leg of semi-final will kick off at 6,000-seater Jalan Besar Stadium on Thursday at 9pm, with tickets starting from S$24 (US$17.70).

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National Team - Lions ● Head Coach Tsutomu Ogura at the pre-match.

SINGAPORE, 25 DECEMBER 2024 – Throughout the 2024 ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup, the fighting spirit of the Singapore Men’s National Team has been a defining trait of their campaign – demonstrating an uncanny ability to rally together against the odds. Vietnam side in the first of their two-legged semi-finals at the Jalan Besar Stadium on Thursday, 26 December.

Placed 114th in FIFA’s rankings, Vietnam have established themselves as one of the region’s top nations in recent years, consistently featuring in the semi-finals and finals of the tournament.

Their squad includes the likes of star playmaker Nguyen Quang Hai and the recently naturalised Ngyuen Xuan Son – who bagged two goals and two assists in his debut against Myanmar.

To prepare for this upcoming challenge, Lions Head Coach Tsutomu Ogura allowed his team some time off after returning from Malaysia to recuperate for the match, and he believes time with family has done the boys a world of good.
“Everybody is mentally and physically prepared to show our football infront of our home fans tomorrow,” said the Japanese tactician.
“We have already done our analysis of Vietnam, and as long as we focus on playing our football – we can definitely find that balance we need between attacking and defending.”

Singapore’s performances throughout the group stages have caught the eye of Ogura’s opposite number – Vietnam Head Coach Kim Sang-sik.
“We know S'pore have a very good pressing ability & it’s not easy to face a team that has a pressing ability that strong. But, we have already studied all their matches playing patterns & my players are ready for it,” said the 48-year-old.

Vietnam will come into this game full of confidence, having notched three wins and a draw on their way to topping Group B. They boast the best defensive record in the tournament thus far, only conceding two goals, while only Thailand – with 18 goals – have scored more than Vietnam’s 11 group-stage goals.

Lions forward Abdul Rasaq acknowledged the tough challenge that stands before his team, but he is approaching the task with quiet confidence.
“We have a lot of belief in ourselves after qualifying for the semi-finals. After seeing what we have been doing in training, we really trust ourselves and what the coaches have prepared for us,” said the 23-year-old.

“We are going to need everybody’s fighting spirit to come through on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game against a strong side, but we just have to believe in ourselves and our abilities. As long as we give our best when we go out there tomorrow, everything will fall in place.”
https://www.fas.org.sg/belief-drives-lio...emi-final/

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Result tonight; predict SG 0 : Thai 3 😁

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Spore goner again the Asian power house Vietnam. Many viet bu will be there

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Shawal Anuar is the outright leader in the Golden Boot race having scored four goals so far in the ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup™. The Singapore veteran has not only been prolific, but has also produced one of the best goals to be scored in the tournament's 28-year history in the 2024 edition.

The 33-year-old hit the winner in ons' 2-1 win against Cambodia in their opener be4 following it up with a double against Timor-Leste. His 4th goal of the regional showpiece was best of the lot as he brilliantly brought down a long ball and planted a brilliant strike from distance past Patiwat Khammai in Thailand's goal on Matchday 4.
https://aseanutdfc.com/asean-mitsubishi-...olden-boot

[Alice Alicia]

SG can play with 10 defenders to get a draw in both legs and hope to win on penalties. 😆

[EvertonDiehard]

The FAS does not allow umbrellas, outside food and drinks as well as water bottles to be brought into Jalan Besar Stadium for tonight's game vs Vietnam. They want to force spectators to get wet if it rains and be forced to buy the overpriced food and drinks sold at the venue.  

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SG can play with 10 defenders to get a draw in both legs and hope to win on penalties.😆 In its review ahead: First leg of semifinal between S'pore & Vietnam at Jalan Besar Stadium on Thursday. Indonesia called it a "potential surprise.

"Jalan Besar is an artificial grass pitch, which may pose challenges for Vietnam," newspaper stated. "Additionally, S&pore should not be underestimated as they led Thailand 2-0 be4 ultimately losing 2-4. Coach Tsutomu Ogura's team has shown steady improvement, including a 0-0 draw against M'sia in their final Group A match." Vietnam usually play on natural grass pitch, which are thicker & more slippery than on artificial grass, team struggled on artificial grass pitch at Rizal Memorial Stadium during group stage, managing only a 1-1 draw against Philippines.

Despite complimenting S'pore's progress, CNN fave Indonesia a higher praise to Vietnam and not to the Thai's...

"Vietnam have the best chance of winning the 2024 ASEAN Cup because they are the only team using the best squad, that had to mix experienced and young players," CNN Indonesia added. "Coach Kim Sang-sik is very sure about gained new momentum with In its review ahead the first leg of the semifinal between S'pore & Vietnam at Jalan Besar Stadium on Thur, CNN Indonesia called it a "potential surprise."

The Vietnam that shone in his debut, a 5-0 win against Myanmar,", referring to the Brazilian-born striker who was naturalized in September and made a debut for the national team against Myanmar, contributing two goals and two assists.

During ASEAN Cup national championships in Thai, Indonesia & M'sia are underway, leaving these teams without their top squads. In contrast, domestic leagues in S'pore, Vietnam & Philippines been postponed, allowing better preparation for tournament. This contributed to S'pore, Vietnam and the Philippines reaching semifinals, while M'sia & Indonesia were eliminated from group stage.

Fact: Viet missing key players like goalkeeper Dang Van Lam & striker Nguyen Cong Phuong due to injuries. Familiar names like Que Ngoc Hai, Nguyen Phong Hong Duy, Do Hung Dung and Nguyen Tuan Anh were also left out of squad. Vietnam’s 26-player roster has an average age of 27.1, only younger than S'pore’s 28.2. Indonesia brought youngest squad with an average age of 20.3, including 24 U21 players.

In another article, CNN Indonesia assessed Viet & Thailand remain top contenders championship, predicting they'll meet in final?. The two teams have faced off in ASEAN Cup final twice, with Vietnam winning in 2008 but lost to Thailand in 2022.
As football fever' returns as S'pore face Vietnam in ASEAN Cup semifinals. Exceptional demands for tickets spread from Viet Tri to Jalan Besar Stadium ahead of 2024 ASEAN Cup semifinals. Tickets for Vietnam's ASEAN Cup semifinal against Singapore sold out in 15 minutes opened on Sunday.

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https://global.espn.com/football/story/_...onship-run

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Referee of S'pore vs Vietnam semi-final revealed: Controversial

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Referee of S'pore vs Vietnam semi-final revealed: Controversial

The Vietnamese team will face S'pore in the semi-finals of the AFF Cup 2024, taking place at 20pm on December 26.12 in the first leg at S'pore's Jalan Besar Stadium. Three days later, at Viet Tri Stadium, the two teams will play the second leg again at 3pm. 

The referee team for second leg has been revealed, namely main referee Lutfullin Rustam (Uzbekistan). Mr. Rustam's assistants Shayusupov Sanjar, Usmanov Alisher and Norsafarov Firdavs are also from Uzbekistan. In addition, the match at Viet Tri Stadium will have the presence of VAR. VAR technical officer is Mr. Andesit Lestyanto (Indonesia).

Referee Lutfullin Rustam is 33 years old and has experience of officiating Asia's top club tournaments (AFC Champions League Elite & AFC Champions League Two) as well as national teams (2026 World Cup qualifiers). He is a FIFA referee.

The Uzbek refereed Indonesia's 2-0 win over Saudi Arabia, including a decisive moment when Rustam denied Saudi Arabia a penalty in the second half.
Referee Rustam also officiated match where Russia beat Brunei 11-0. At AFF Cup 2024, referee Rustam officiated the match between Thailand & Malaysia at Rajamangala Stadium.

In November 11.2023, referee Rustam also officiated match between Vietnam & Philippines in opening match of 2026 World Cup qualifiers. That was the match in which Mr. Rustam completed his mission with the correct decision. Coach Philippe Troussier's Vietnam won 2-0 thanks to goals from Van Toan and Dinh Bac.

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END OF FIRST HALF:
With no goals, in a game with many chances created, Singapore and Vietnam go into the break with the first leg of the semi-final tied at 0-0!

HERE WE GO: The players take to the pitch and the ball rolls for the first half of the match!
https://www.vavel.com/en-us/soccer/2024/...e_vignette

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Singapore can go and practise shooting on goal. Cannot make it and give up so easily

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Haiz SG team ALWAYS like this , either last min let people goal or even leading also let people goal later. Like cannot hold.

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Never change ..... SG team Always like this. Either leading or managed to hold Always later let opponent score back or win the game. Just like Thailand game never learn...leading first somemore with two goals later EPIC Thailand won the game back with 4 goals. Is like cannot Hold the game well.....

[Alice Alicia]

They didn't listen.
SG needs 10 defenders. 🫣

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They didn't listen.
SG needs 10 defenders. 🫣

GOAL FOR VIETNAM No-2
Zuan Son, from a cross by Zuan Manh, managed to finish inside the six-yard box, extending the score!

December 26, 2024 10:10 AM ET
author. 10 minutes ago Victor CunhaLive reporter

55' - GOAL FOR VIETNAM No-1
Hamzah, from a cross into the box, deflected the ball with his hand, giving Vietnam a penalty. Tien Linh hit the ball low into the left corner to open the scoring at the end of the match!...Singapore gave a penalty away....

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Never change ..... SG team Always like this. Either leading or managed to hold Always later let opponent score back or win the game. Just like Thailand game never learn...leading first somemore with two goals later EPIC Thailand won the game back with 4 goals. Is like cannot Hold the game well.....

That is where Singapore team play football...

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Haiz SG team ALWAYS like this , either last min let people goal or even leading also let people goal later. Like cannot hold.

That is how Singapore play their football against the Thai's too....Singapore like to play and gave away the game, is like lehh want ahh.

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SG can play with 10 defenders to get a draw in both legs and hope to win on penalties. 😆

You has a very good point to remind then, one more time, and this is last rime, this time in their country...Vietnam., a long long chance, likely come back with a big egg.

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You has a very good point to remind then, one more time, and this is last rime, this time in their country...Vietnam., a long long chance, likely come back with a big egg.

Coach Kim Sang-sik has studied Singapore's playing style. For 25 tears already.


The Vietnamese team will face Singapore in the first leg of the AFF Cup 2024 semi-finals, taking place at 20pm tomorrow, December 26.12. 

Coach Kim Sang-sik's team has a 25-year streak of not losing to S'pore in all their competitions. 

With the advantage of strength and class difference, Mr. Kim sets a goal of victory for his students.“I am very happy to be here. The Vietnamese team is ready to fight for victory tomorrow,” coach Kim Sang-sik affirmed at a press conference before the match.

Singapore finished second in Group A with 7 points. Coach Tsutomu Ogura's team beat Cambodia (2-1) and Timor Leste (3-0), drew with Malaysia (0-0) and lost to Thailand (2-4). This is only the second time Singapore has reached the AFF Cup semi-finals in the past 12 years, but coach Kim Sang-sik remains cautious.

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That is how Singapore play their football against the Thai's too....Singapore like to play and gave away the game, is like lehh want ahh.

Enrique Linares’ last-minute goal in stoppage time handed the Philippines its first victory over Thai for first time in 52 years as it took lead in two-legged semifinal clash in the 2024 ASEAN Championship AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup on Friday night @Rizal Memorial Stadium. The 25-year-old defender found the back of the net past Thai keeper Patiwat Khammai to secure a 2-1 win for the home bets before a strong - 7,116 crowd days after Christmas Day.

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You has a very good point to remind then, one more time, and this is last rime, this time in their country...Vietnam., a long long chance, likely come back with a big egg.

With a good surprised from Philippines.

 its first victory over Thai for first time in 52 years as it took lead in two-legged semifinal clash in the 2024 ASEAN Championship AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup on Friday night @Rizal Memorial Stadium.

Singapore still have a one more chance to meet the Philippines. If only if Singapore footballs team play like a pro euro team. Can they play like Euro team.... .

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Brazil-born striker Rafaelson a key threat against Lions Asean C’ship semi-finals.

Comments: Spore - Vietnam match: Will Xuan Son continue to shine. A big yes...Xuan Son's sudden appearance is very difficult to deal with.

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Xuan son remind me of Fulham Adama Traore

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SG can play with 10 defenders to get a draw in both legs and hope to win on penalties.😆 In its review ahead: First leg of semifinal between S'pore & Vietnam at Jalan Besar Stadium on Thursday. Indonesia called it a "potential surprise.

"Jalan Besar is an artificial grass pitch, which may pose challenges for Vietnam," newspaper stated. "Additionally, S&pore should not be underestimated as they led Thailand 2-0 be4 ultimately losing 2-4. Coach Tsutomu Ogura's team has shown steady improvement, including a 0-0 draw against M'sia in their final Group A match." Vietnam usually play on natural grass pitch, which are thicker & more slippery than on artificial grass, team struggled on artificial grass pitch at Rizal Memorial Stadium during group stage, managing only a 1-1 draw against Philippines.

Despite complimenting S'pore's progress, CNN fave Indonesia a higher praise to Vietnam and not to the Thai's...

"Vietnam have the best chance of winning the 2024 ASEAN Cup because they are the only team using the best squad, that had to mix experienced and young players," CNN Indonesia added. "Coach Kim Sang-sik is very sure about gained new momentum with In its review ahead the first leg of the semifinal between S'pore & Vietnam at Jalan Besar Stadium on Thur, CNN Indonesia called it a "potential surprise."

The Vietnam that shone in his debut, a 5-0 win against Myanmar,", referring to the Brazilian-born striker who was naturalized in September and made a debut for the national team against Myanmar, contributing two goals and two assists.

During ASEAN Cup national championships in Thai, Indonesia & M'sia are underway, leaving these teams without their top squads. In contrast, domestic leagues in S'pore, Vietnam & Philippines been postponed, allowing better preparation for tournament. This contributed to S'pore, Vietnam and the Philippines reaching semifinals, while M'sia & Indonesia were eliminated from group stage.

Fact: Viet missing key players like goalkeeper Dang Van Lam & striker Nguyen Cong Phuong due to injuries. Familiar names like Que Ngoc Hai, Nguyen Phong Hong Duy, Do Hung Dung and Nguyen Tuan Anh were also left out of squad. Vietnam’s 26-player roster has an average age of 27.1, only younger than S'pore’s 28.2. Indonesia brought youngest squad with an average age of 20.3, including 24 U21 players.

In another article, CNN Indonesia assessed Viet & Thailand remain top contenders championship, predicting they'll meet in final?. The two teams have faced off in ASEAN Cup final twice, with Vietnam winning in 2008 but lost to Thailand in 2022.
As football fever' returns as S'pore face Vietnam in ASEAN Cup semifinals. Exceptional demands for tickets spread from Viet Tri to Jalan Besar Stadium ahead of 2024 ASEAN Cup semifinals. Tickets for Vietnam's ASEAN Cup semifinal against Singapore sold out in 15 minutes opened on Sunday.  

Lions have a mountain to climb in quest to reach Asean Championship final. 

PHU THO – In the quiet Phu Tho province, 80km north-west of Vietnam’s capital Hanoi, lies the Xuan Son National Park, where locals and tourists ascend several hiking paths which lead to mountains and caves.

Over at the provincial capital Viet Tri, about two hours’ car ride away, a pack of wounded Lions are resting and plotting.

They have a mountain of their own to scale on Dec 29.

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Vietnam 5 - 0 Singapore

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Where is Alexandre Duric and Egmar Concalves ...why are they not playing?

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Vietnam 5 - 0 Singapore

The second leg match will be played at 9 pm (Singapore time). Fans can watch the match live on MeWATCH, and several public venues organised by the People’s Association and HomeTeamNS (Balestier, Bedok Reservoir and Khatib).

The eleven community clubs and centres that will be hosting watch parties are; Buangkok CC, Heartbeat @ Bedok, Jurong Spring CC, Kaki Bukit CC, Keat Hong CC, Pek Kio CC, Radin Mas CC, Our Tampines Hub, One Punggol, Wisma Geylang Serai, and Tampines West CC.

With the away-goals rule not applicable in the competition, Tsutomu Ogura’s team faces a straightforward yet daunting task: winning outright on aggregate to advance. Even a 3-1 win in normal time would only force the match into extra-time.