On his personal page, Myanmar national team center-back Soe Moe Kyaw wrote: "When Xuan Son and I jumped up to head the ball, he fell down even though I didn't do anything. After that, Son said that he scored 2 goals against Myanmar.
All Vietnamese players respect us, but he doesn't. So I say he's not Vietnamese. I have no benefit in saying that. Honestly, I completely respect Vietnamese people and Vietnamese players."
Soe Moe Kyaw's post received great attention from both Vietnamese and Myanmar fans.
Previously, after the match between the two teams at Viet Tri Stadium ended, the camera lens captured the moment Xuan Son and Soe Moe Kyaw exchanged words after the match. The Vietnamese striker even raised his hand in a V sign (possibly indicating 2 goals), making many people curious.
In the post-match press conference, Xuan Son revealed to the media: "Myanmar's number 4 player (Soe Moe Kyaw) said that I am not Vietnamese. I replied that I love and am attached to Vietnam. My family has lived here for 5 years, this is my homeland. I am very comfortable living in Vietnam and I will try my best to contribute to the Vietnam team."
Striker Nguyen Xuan Son had an impressive debut for the Vietnam national team with 2 goals and 2 assists for his teammates. He also brought a new breeze to coach Kim Sang-sik's squad.
The appearance of Xuan Son helps the Vietnamese team increase its strength and confidence towards the 2024 ASEAN Cup championship.
