Vietnam Triumphs 3-2 Against UAE in Extra Time, Advances to U23 Semi-Finals

Post by : Bianca Suleiman

Vietnam secured a spot in the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup following an exhilarating 3-2 win over the United Arab Emirates during extra time on Friday. The match unfolded at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah.

A tightly contested match saw both sides net twice, leaving the score level at 2-2 at the end of regulation. With neither team able to clinch the victory within the standard time, the game transitioned into extra time.

Vietnam demonstrated resilience and poise during the additional period, eventually netting the pivotal goal that ensured their advancement. This hard-fought extra-time goal marked Vietnam’s journey into the semifinals of the tournament.

This victory epitomizes Vietnam's tenacity and complements their remarkable trajectory in the AFC U23 Asian Cup, while the UAE's journey concludes after a commendable effort.