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Thai coach Ishii ready for penalties in ASEAN Cup final against Vietnam

Despite losing the first leg to Vietnam, coach Masatada Ishii remains optimistic, preparing Thailand for a potential penalty shootout in the ASEAN Cup final’s decisive match.

Kim Sang Sik: Vietnam came to Thailand to win the championship

Head coach Kim Sang Sik has confidently declared that Vietnam’s national team will defeat Thailand in the second leg of the ASEAN Cup 2024 final to secure the championship.

Xuan Son and teammates ready to seal ASEAN Cup victory in Thailand

Naturalized striker Nguyen Xuan Son is confident of scoring in the ASEAN Cup 2024 final’s second leg, aiming to propel Vietnam to victory over Thailand.

International media lauds Xuan Son: Key to Vietnam’s 2024 ASEAN Cup campaign

International outlets have heaped praise on Xuan Son’s standout performance, which helped Vietnam secure a 2-1 victory over Thailand in the first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup (AFF Cup) final, bringing them closer to their third championship.

Thai media: Vietnam’s Xuan Son was the difference-maker

Thai media acknowledged that their national team, the "War Elephants," fell to Vietnam in the first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup final due to the exceptional performance of Xuan Son.

Xuan Son sets new benchmarks in Vietnam’s ASEAN Cup history

With his seventh goal in the tournament, Xuan Son set a new scoring record, driving Vietnam to a hard-fought win over Thailand.

Sleepless night in HCM City as fans cheer Vietnam’s ASEAN Cup triumph

With flags flying and drums beating, Ho Chi Minh City fans took to the streets to celebrate Vietnam’s 2-1 win against Thailand, turning the city into a sea of red and gold.

Kim Sang Sik: "Vietnam could have won by two goals"

Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik expressed pride in his team’s 2-1 win over Thailand in the ASEAN Cup final first leg but admitted regret at not securing a two-goal cushion.

Thai coach reflects on Vietnam’s victory: "Xuan Son changed the game"

Thailand’s head coach Masatada Ishii pointed to naturalized striker Nguyen Xuan Son as the key factor in Vietnam’s 2-1 win in the ASEAN Cup 2024 final first leg.

Vietnam edges Thailand 2-1 in thrilling ASEAN Cup final opener

Naturalized striker Xuan Son’s heroics gave Vietnam a crucial 2-1 victory over Thailand, providing a significant advantage ahead of the ASEAN Cup final’s second leg.

"The only goal is to win": Coach Kim on Vietnam vs. Thailand finals

Coach Kim Sang Sik expressed confidence that Vietnam's national football team will defeat Thailand in the 2024 AFF Cup finals, emphasizing a shift in mindset and focus on victory.

Thailand's coach surprises by staying at Hanoi airport before ASEAN Cup final

In an unexpected move ahead of the ASEAN Cup final, Thailand’s coach Masatada Ishii decided to stay at the airport in Hanoi, skipping the journey to Viet Tri and taking some downtime while waiting for the remaining players to join him.

Korean press supports Vietnam’s quest to reclaim ASEAN football supremacy

As Vietnam prepares to face Thailand in the 2024 ASEAN Cup final, Korean media expresses high hopes for coach Kim Sang Sik to emulate Park Hang Seo’s success and lead the team to victory.

Xuan Son dominates ASEAN Cup 2024 top scorers list

With a stellar brace in the semifinal against Singapore, naturalized striker Xuan Son now leads the ASEAN Cup 2024 scoring race, reaffirming his vital role in Vietnam’s success.

Coach Kim Sang Sik: Vietnam is ready to dominate in the ASEAN Cup final

"We aim for the championship," declared Coach Kim Sang Sik after Vietnam secured a spot in the ASEAN Cup 2024 final with a 3-1 win over Singapore.

ASEAN Cup final tickets: Prices, availability, and online-only sales

Tickets for Vietnam’s first-leg ASEAN Cup 2024 final will go on sale online starting December 30, with prices up to VND 1 million due to high demand and limited capacity.

Vietnam storms into ASEAN Cup 2024 final with 3-1 win over Singapore

The Vietnam national team advanced to the ASEAN Cup 2024 final with a convincing 3-1 second-leg semi-final win over Singapore, achieving a 5-1 aggregate victory.

Xuan Son: A star performer in Vietnam’s journey to the ASEAN Cup final

With a goal and an influential all-around performance, naturalized striker Nguyen Xuan Son helped Vietnam secure a crucial 2-0 victory against Singapore at the ASEAN Cup semi-finals.

Vietnam’s Coach Kim on Singapore rematch: “The job isn’t done yet”

Despite a 2-0 victory in the first leg, Coach Kim Sang Sik urged caution as Vietnam prepares for the ASEAN Cup semifinal second leg against Singapore on December 29.

Singapore media laments 26 years without a victory over Vietnam

Singapore’s 0-2 loss to Vietnam in the first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup semifinals extended their winless streak against Vietnam to 26 years, leaving fans and media deeply disappointed.