Vietnam crushes Myanmar 4-0, completes final rehearsal before AFF Cup 2026

(Football result) - Vietnam's national team put on a commanding display against Myanmar in a friendly on the evening of July 18. With four goals and a superior match strategy, Coach Kim Sang Sik's side finished their training camp with strong self-belief before entering the AFF Cup 2026.

The Vietnamese national team wrapped up their friendly against Myanmar with a convincing 4-0 victory at home, giving them a mental boost before embarking on their quest for the AFF Cup 2026. Xuan Son, Xuan Manh, Hoang Hen, and Dinh Bac were the scorers on the scoresheet.

Right after the opening whistle, Coach Kim Sang Sik's troops quickly took control of the game and scored the opening goal in the 5th minute. After a loose ball bounced in front of Myanmar's penalty area, Xuan Son fired a decisive volley that beat the opposing goalkeeper, giving Vietnam an early lead.

With the advantage, the home side continued to dominate the midfield entirely, thanks to the mobility of Quang Hai and Hoang Duc. However, Myanmar also created moments that kept Vietnam's defense alert. In the 18th minute, Naing Tun headed dangerously, followed by a powerful long-range shot from Mg Lwin minutes later. Nonetheless, goalkeeper Patrik Le Giang remained focused throughout.

In the remainder of the first half, Myanmar played aggressively and received consecutive yellow cards for fouls. In the 38th minute, Vietnam doubled their lead when Xuan Manh jumped high to head accurately from a free kick on the left flank, sending the home team into halftime with a 2-0 advantage.

In the second half, Vietnam continued to apply pressure. In the 59th minute, Hoang Hen made his mark with a beautiful left-footed shot from nearly 20 meters, giving the Myanmar goalkeeper no chance to save and making it 3-0. After that, Xuan Son and Tai Loc both had opportunities to increase the lead but missed their shots, notably Xuan Son's bicycle kick that narrowly went wide of the goal.

In the first minute of stoppage time, Dinh Bac capped off a perfect day for Vietnam by successfully converting a penalty, sealing the 4-0 victory. The convincing performance against Myanmar not only demonstrated the effectiveness of Coach Kim Sang Sik's tactics but also brought positive signals ahead of the AFF Cup 2026.

90'+1 Dinh Bac confidently took the penalty and made it 4-0 for Vietnam.

78' No goal

Van Vi delivered a pinpoint cross for Xuan Son to execute a spectacular bicycle kick. Unfortunately, Xuan Son's shot narrowly went over the crossbar.

72' So close

Truong Tien Anh passed the ball smoothly to Tai Loc right in front of Myanmar's 16.5-meter line. However, the Vietnamese striker's subsequent shot was off target. The ball kept being fed to Tai Loc as he sought a goal.

59' Goooooal

From 20 meters out, Hoang Hen fired a decisive left-footed shot into the Myanmar net, making it 3-0 for Vietnam.

50' Not given

Tien Anh sent a dangerous cross into the 16.5-meter area, but unfortunately Xuan Son couldn't get a touch on the ball.

46' The second half begins, and Vietnam kicks off first.

45'+2 The first half ends, and Vietnam temporarily leaves the pitch with a two-goal lead.

42' Very dangerous

Moe Aung sprinted powerfully down the right flank and sent in an uncomfortable cross. Luckily for Vietnam, the opponent's striker Than Paing couldn't get a foot on the ball.

38' Goooal

Xuan Manh rose high to head decisively from a free kick on the left flank, making it 2-0 for Vietnam.

30' No goal

Tai Loc passed the ball quite openly, and Xuan Son unleashed a curling shot from distance. Unfortunately, it went over the crossbar!

28' Heated collision

Myanmar players are playing extremely aggressively and receiving yellow cards frequently. The latest was a yellow card for Myanmar after Mg Lwin fouled Quang Hai.

18' and 21': Myanmar suddenly struck back fiercely

In the 18th minute, Vietnam's goal faced trouble from a powerful header by Naing Tun. Three minutes later, Mg Lwin unleashed a dangerous long-range shot directly at Le Giang Patrik's goal.

17' Total dominance

After the opening goal, Vietnam maintained complete control over Myanmar, with Quang Hai and Hoang Duc orchestrating the play.

5' Goooooal

The ball bounced just in front of Myanmar's 16.5-meter line after a cross, and Xuan Son fired a decisive volley into the visitors' net, opening the scoring at 1-0 for Vietnam.

1' The match begins

Vietnam's starting lineup:

Myanmar's starting lineup:

Vietnam vs Myanmar: what time and where to watch live?

• Time: 7:00 PM on July 18
• Venue: Thai Nguyen Stadium.
• Tournament: International friendly.
• Live on: F PT Play.

Notable information before the match Vietnam vs Myanmar:

The Vietnamese national team enters the friendly against Myanmar with confidence after a successful training camp in South Korea. Three consecutive wins against Siheung, Yongin, and Gangwon not only brought excitement but also showed positive signs in terms of gameplay and cohesion under Coach Kim Sang Sik.

The team's foundation remains the trio of Quang Hai, Hoang Duc, and Xuan Son. Quang Hai handles linking between lines, Hoang Duc controls the tempo, and Xuan Son is always ready to exploit spaces behind the opponent's defense. The flanks with Van Hau and Tien Anh are also expected to add width in attacking plays.

On the other side, Myanmar recently appointed Coach Jørn Andersen, so it's difficult to see many changes in such a short time. Nevertheless, the team still possesses notable players such as Maung Maung Lwin with his pace, Lwin Moe Aung with his ability to escape pressure, and Than Paing who is strong in duels.

The absence of some key players like Duy Manh, Le Ngoc Bao, or Khuat Van Khang somewhat affects Vietnam's squad depth. However, Thanh Chung and Viet Anh have enough experience to ensure solidity in defense, while attacking options have become more diverse with Hoang Hen and Tai Loc.

Overall, Vietnam is still rated higher due to their midfield control and chance creation. If they maintain the pressing intensity and ball circulation as in recent games, Coach Kim Sang Sik's side has a good chance of winning this dress rehearsal.

Expected lineups Vietnam vs Myanmar

• Vietnam:Le Giang, Xuan Manh, Thanh Chung, Viet Anh, Van Hau, Tien Anh, Quang Hai, Hoang Duc, Tai Loc, Hoang Hen, Xuan Son.
• Myanmar:Pyae Phyo Aung, Thet Hein Soe, Soe Moe Kyaw, Nanda Kyaw, Aung Hlaing Win, Kyaw Min Oo, Lwin Moe Aung, Myat Kaung Khant, Aung Naing Win, Than Paing, Maung Maung Lwin.