China awarded controversial penalty, U22 Vietnam lost championship

U22 Vietnam needed to beat U22 China to win the 2025 CFA Team China friendly tournament. Coach Dinh Hong Vinh and his team played with determination and took the lead at times. However, U22 Vietnam unfortunately lost the victory.

Goal by Quoc Viet.

In the early stages of the match, China controlled the ball more but were not sharp in their final passes. In contrast, U22 Vietnam were quite confident in coordinating in the midfield. Unfortunately, the thin attacking force prevented the visitors from making a difference.

The first dangerous opportunity belonged to U22 China. Kuai Jiwen fired a beautiful long-range shot that hit the crossbar of Cao Van Binh's goal.

Attacking a lot but not scoring any goals, U22 China soon had to pay the price. In the 31st minute, receiving an accurate pass from Viktor Le, Quoc Viet controlled the ball and finished with a classy one-touch shot to open the score for U22 Vietnam. The advantage on the field helped the players in white play much more confidently.

Quoc Viet had a few more notable plays before the first half whistle blew. Unfortunately, U22 Vietnam did not score any more goals and entered the break with a 1-goal lead over their opponents. The second half witnessed great pressure from the home team on the U22 Vietnam field.

The controversial penalty cost U22 Vietnam the championship.

In the 49th minute, U22 China had another dangerous opportunity but the red shirt player could not beat Cao Van Binh. In the 69th minute, U22 China was awarded a penalty and Aisikaer successfully converted it to help the home team equalize 1-1. However, Hong Phuc disputed the ball with the opponent and was penalized in a controversial move, the U22 Vietnam player protested the referee's decision. But just a few minutes later, Zhang Yixuan received a second yellow card and was sent off.

With the advantage of more players, U22 Vietnam rushed to attack. Xuan Bac made fans regret when his corner kick hit the crossbar. Accepting a 1-1 draw with China, U22 Vietnam remained unbeaten but ranked third in the CFA Team China 2025 tournament.

Result: U22 Vietnam 1-1 U22 China

Line-up

China U22: Yu Jinyong, Zhang Yixuan, Aifeierding Aisikaer, Kuai Jiwen, Mao Weijie, Peng Xiao, Maimaiti, Wei Zhiwei, Yang Xi, Xiang Rongjun, Wang Yifan

U22 Vietnam: Van Binh, Nhat Minh, Hieu Minh, Van Ha, Phi Hoang, Viktor Le, Quoc Cuong, Hong Phuc, Anh Quan, Van Truong, Quoc Viet

Mai Phuong

Source: https://vtcnews.vn/trung-quoc-huong-phat-den-tranh-cai-u22-viet-nam-mat-chuc-vo-dich-ar933759.html