In the group stage of the U23 Asian Cup, the match between Vietnam U23 and Malaysia U23 attracted the attention of many fans. Vietnam won the crucial match with a 2-0 victory over Malaysia U23 thanks to Qu Van Khang's brace and Vu Hoang Minh Khe's lockout.
Soon after the match started, the two sides engaged in a fierce confrontation. Vietnam showed a strong desire to attack, while Malaysia tried to find a chance to counterattack through solid defense. However, the deadlock was broken in the 39th minute. Vietnam was awarded a free kick in front of the goal and Qu Van Khang stepped up, calmly aiming at the goal, he took a scimitar-like free kick that went straight through the Malaysian goal, opening the first record for Vietnam.
In the second half, Vietnam continued to keep their spirits high. Although Malaysia stepped up their attack, Vietnam's defense was solid and did not give their opponents too many chances. In the 59th minute, the game again took a turning point. Substitute Bui Wei Hao was brought down in the penalty area and the referee decided to award a penalty kick. Vu Hoang Minh Kieu stepped up to the penalty spot, calmly faced the goalkeeper and put the ball firmly in to extend the lead for Vietnam.
After that, Malaysia tried to counterattack, but Vietnam's defense was tight and didn't give their opponents too many chances. In the end, at full time, Vietnam U23 won the crucial match with a score of 2-0 against Malaysia U23.
