Malaysia's campaign in Hyundai AFF Cup over after loss to Vietnam in Hanoi
Malaysia's football team was eliminated from the Hyundai AFF Cup after a 2-0 loss to Vietnam in the semi-finals. Vietnam secured a 4-0 aggregate victory and will advance to face Thailand in the final.
Why it matters
This result determines the finalists for a major regional sporting tournament, impacting the competitive landscape of Southeast Asian football.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian football team's journey in the Hyundai AFF Cup has ended after they suffered a 2-0 loss to Vietnam in their second-leg semi-final in Hanoi on Wednesday (Aug 19).
Interim coach Tan Cheng Hoe's men exited the tournament 0-4 on aggregate.
Vietnam were the more dominant side at the MyDinh Stadium as they created two chances in the first 15 minutes but wingback Doan Van Hau fluffed his attempts.
The Harimau Malaya had to depend on their defensive solidity to frustrate the hosts, coached by South Korean Kim Sang-sik.
Malaysia also suffered a misfortune in the 25th minute when key midfielder Sergio Aguero had to be stretchered off due to an injury, and he was replaced by Syafiq Ahmad.
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