Da Nang (VNA) - Vietnam's U21 team trounced Hanyang University of theRepublic of Korea 4-1 in the first match of the International U21 FootballChampionship 2019 at Hoa Xuan Stadium in the central city of Da Nang on October30.
Heavyrain made it difficult for both teams to show their skills, and the first halffinished goalless.
After thebreak, Tran Van Cong headed the ball into the net from a corner kick togive Vietnam the lead in the 53th minute.
The Koreanside bounced backs strongly and levelled the score in the 65th minute.
However, TranVan Buu, Vu Tin and Ho Minh Di were all on hand to put a glossy finish on theresult for Vietnam.
Inanother match, the team of Japanese students defeated FK Sarajevo U19s of Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-0.
Vietnamwill next take on FK Sarajevo U19s on November 1.
The four teams will competein a round-robin format to select the two best teams for the final; the tworemaining teams will play-off for third place. The champions will pocket thetrophy, medal and 12,000 USD in cash.
The eventwill serve as an excellent chance for Vietnam’s U21 squad to gain experienceahead of important upcoming tournaments.
The players will also havethe opportunity to impress ahead of selection for the U22 team that will takepart in the 30th SEA Games in the Philippines next month./.