Historic victory for Vietnam in AFF Cup semi-final

The Vietnamese national football team secured a convincing 2-0 victory against Singapore, despite several

Since the AFF Cup adopted the

However, the December 26 match at Jalan Besar Stadium was historic, as it was the first time Vietnam won a first-leg semi-final or final without conceding a goal. Head coach Kim Sang-sik and captain Xuân Sơn have set a new milestone in Vietnamese football.

The 2-0 scoreline showcased Vietnam’s dominance over Singapore, who had only one notable chance—a shot brilliantly saved by goalkeeper Đình Triệu in the 67th minute. This victory also ended Singapore’s 10-year undefeated streak at their home ground, Jalan Besar, which had long been considered a fortress.