ASIAD 2023: Vietnam secures 4-2 victory against Mongolia
The men's football team had a good start at the Asian Games (ASIAD 2023) tournament in China as they secured a 4-2 victory against Mongolia in the first match on September 19 in Hangzhou, China.
Vietnam men's football team in the match against Mongolia at the ASIAD 2023. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The men's football😼 team had a good star🐻t at the Asian Games (ASIAD2023) tournament in China as they secured a 4-2 victory against Mongolia in thefirst match on September 19 in Hangzhou, China.
Four goals forVietnam were scored by player Quoc Viet in the third and 32nd minutes, KhuatVan Khang in the 41st minute, and Minh Trong in the 64th minute.
Player Quoc Viet scores two goals for Vietnam in the match. (Photo: VNA)
Meanwhile, a mistakeby Thai Son created a chance for the Mongolian side to break Vietnam's net in the 47th minute. In the last minute ofthe game, Mongolia got another goal from the Vietnamese goal keeper's mistake.
After this match,Vietnam will play Iran on September 21 and Saudi Arabia three days later inGroup B.
The two followingmatches are said to be tougher for Vietnam which is No. 95 in the world ꦜranking whileI🐲ran is now No. 22 and Saudi Arabia - No. 54. Meanwhile, Mongolia, world No.183, is considered the weakest in the Group B.
Because two teamsin Group C - Syria and Afghanistan - withdrew, the numberof teams competing for the third team with the best performance is only five.With the first three points, Vietnam has an opportunity to win a ticket to theround of eight./.
A ceremony was held in Hanoi on September 16 to see off the sports delegation of Vietnam to the 19th Asian Games (ASIAD) which will kick off in China in late September.
Head coach Mai Duc Chung has freshly confirmed the list of 22 players of the Vietnam women's national football team who will participate in the 19th Asian Games (ASIAD 19) 2023, held in Hangzhou, China.
Vietnamese players have been preparing well in both terms of physique and spirit for the tough 19th Asian Games (ASIAD) tournament in Hangzhou, China, with the first match against Mongolia.
Vietnam athletes aim to achieve from 2-5 gold medals at the upcoming 19th Asian Games (ASIAD 19) in Hangzhou, China, said Director of the Vietnam Sports Administration Dang Ha Viet, who is also head of the Vietnamese sports delegation.
Vietnam’s sports delegation at the upcoming 19th Asian Games (ASIAD 19) in China has made thorough preparations with an expectation to surpass the set target of 2-5 gold medals, and win more tickets to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
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This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
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For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
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The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
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Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
Vietnam men's football team in the match against Mongolia at the ASIAD 2023. (Photo: VNA) 
Player Quoc Viet scores two goals for Vietnam in the match. (Photo: VNA) 
