With superior strength and expertise, U23 Vietnam is rated higher than opponent Laos. The "Golden Star Warriors" quickly dominated the game and completely dominated the game.
The opening goal of captain Khuat Van Khang and the double of center back Hieu Minh helped U23 Vietnam easily start in this year's tournament.
Post-match statistics showed a clear difference between the two teams. Coach Kim Sang-sik's students launched 15 shots, including 8 shots on target and 3 goals scored. On the other side, U23 Laos only had 2 shots on target and did not penetrate the net of goalkeeper Trung Kien once.
Not only outstanding in attack, Van Khang and his teammates also completely controlled the game with a ball possession rate of up to 80%. U23 Vietnam also had 9 corner kicks, compared to 1 time of U23 Laos.
In terms of dispute, during the ball's roll, U23 Laos committed 12 fouls against the opponent, while this number for U23 Vietnam was 10.
The big win and the dominance in terms of the game are an affirmation of coach Kim Sang-sik and his team's ambition to win the Southeast Asian U23 Championship for the third consecutive time.
In the final match of the group stage, U23 Vietnam will face U23 Cambodia and only need 1 point to win a ticket to the semi-finals as the top team in Group B.
