Việt Nam draw with Thailand, end group stage in second place

Việt Nam replied just two minutes later when Lê Văn Đô sprinted from the left wing, but the striker's shot was too tame. Although Thailand were in control most of the time, Việt Nam did have their chances from counterattacks. Although Việt Nam slowly regained possession and control, Troussier's substitute strikers were not prolific, and the first half ended 1-0 to Thailand. The changes seemed to work as Việt Nam played fluidly and forced Thai defenders into rough tackles. With this result, Việt Nam will face Indonesia in the semi-finals, while Thailand will get the supposedly easier end of the draw with Myanmar.