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Despite being reduced to 10 men following captain Nguyen Dinh Bac’s red card, Vietnam held out for a 2-2 draw before winning the penalty shootout 7-6, with goalkeeper Cao Van Bình denying Bae Hyun-seo’s spot-kick to ensure his side finished on a high note following their semi-final disappointment.
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“It was an extremely difficult and challenging match. I’m proud of how we performed, even when we were down to 10 men,” Kim said. “I want to thank the fans who cheered us on from the stands and back in Vietnam.
“Both teams worked hard to give their best performance. Even with one player less, we gave our all to reach extra time and the penalty shootout.”
“Both teams worked hard to give their best performance. Even with one player less, we gave our all to reach extra time and the penalty shootout.”
Vietnam were seconds away from sealing the win in stoppage time when Korea Republic equalised through Shin Min-ha, sending the game into an additional 30 minutes.
Even with Dinh Bac out of the picture, Vietnam never gave up with Kim also praising his players’ endurance and character.
Even with Dinh Bac out of the picture, Vietnam never gave up with Kim also praising his players’ endurance and character.
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“Dinh Bac scored today, and the team was in high spirits. However, there were mistakes, and Dinh Bac was sent off, which made things difficult.
“But I had confidence that we could hold on until the end. Situations like that are always challenging for a head coach to handle.
“Our players were drained but showed strength and character as the game wore on. When we return to Vietnam, the fans will be waiting. It has been a rollercoaster ride for the squad, and I hope they can get some much-needed rest.”
“But I had confidence that we could hold on until the end. Situations like that are always challenging for a head coach to handle.
“Our players were drained but showed strength and character as the game wore on. When we return to Vietnam, the fans will be waiting. It has been a rollercoaster ride for the squad, and I hope they can get some much-needed rest.”
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