Vietnam Falls to Indonesia in 2026 Futsal Asian Cup Quarterfinals
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Despite a vibrant atmosphere, Vietnam’s run in the 2026 Futsal Asian Cup came to an end on Tuesday, March 2, 2026, with a 3-2 defeat to Indonesia in the quarterfinals. While the result was disappointing, key player Nguyen Da Hai expressed his appreciation for the enthusiastic support shown by the over 8,000 spectators at the Indonesia Arena.
Disappointing Start and Strong Goalkeeping Performance
The match began poorly for Vietnam, as they conceded two goals within the first 11 minutes. Despite a renewed effort in the second half, they were only able to add two goals to their tally, with both scored by Nguyen Da Hai. Indonesia managed to extend their lead with a further goal, solidifying their victory.
A standout performance from Indonesian goalkeeper Ahmad Habiebie proved crucial in preventing a higher scoreline. According to one player, “Indonesia’s goal could have conceded more goals if goalkeeper Ahmad Habiebie had not played brilliantly.”
Atmosphere and Tactical Reflections
Nguyen Da Hai was particularly struck by the energy of the crowd, describing the match as “a much talked about match, played in such a lively atmosphere in Indonesia. Fantastic!” He acknowledged the team’s overall performance but pointed to areas for improvement.
“Today, the whole team played well, the tactics were good, and maybe the finishing was not as good as we expected,” explained the number 7 player. This suggests that while Vietnam’s strategy was sound, their inability to capitalize on opportunities ultimately contributed to their elimination from the tournament.
The loss marks the end of Vietnam’s campaign in the 2026 Futsal Asian Cup, but the team leaves with a renewed focus on refining their finishing skills for future competitions.
