On the evening of August 26, thousands of people in Dien Bien province gathered at the central square of the province to watch and cheer for the Vietnam - Thailand final match on a large screen.
The event was organized by the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dien Bien province in coordination with units, attracting a large number of local people.
Right before the match started, the central square of the province became bustling.
Many fans brought headbands, national flags and together turned to the big screen, cheering for the Vietnamese players.
When the match started, the atmosphere in the square became even more bustling.
After each attack, noteworthy ball situations received enthusiastic response from thousands of fans.
Although the Vietnamese team was 1 goal behind, fans in Dien Bien still maintained their belief in the players.
Ms. Hoang Thuy Linh (Dien Bien Phu ward) said: "My friend and I came here to watch football and cheer for the players. Although we are 1 goal behind, I believe the team will explode and win in the second half.
Organizing football watching through large screens not only creates a lively atmosphere, but also brings opportunities for Dien Bien people to share joy, solidarity and love for the Vietnamese team.
