The Singapore coach predicted that Vietnam would change the squad

Compared to when he won 3-0 against Malaysia on December 27, Coach Park today changed to eight main kick positions, keeping only goalkeeper Dang Van Lam, central defender Que Ngoc Hai and captain midfielder Do Hung Dung. In the second half, Phan Van Duc, Nguyen Quang Hai, Nguyen Hoang Duc, Nguyen Tien Linh and Ho Tan Tai were brought into the field.

The failure to use the strongest squad made it difficult for Vietnam to penetrate the majority defense of Singapore despite overwhelming the game. Statistics after the match showed that Coach Park's army held the ball 76.8%, finished 19 shots, including three goals, while the opponent only finished three shots with one on target. The ball almost only rolled in Singapore's field in the second half, but Vietnam were still powerless to score.

"I predict that Vietnam will change many players. They have many players and need time to change. I am really not surprised by this," coach Nishigaya added on his way out of the press conference room after the match. at Jalan Besar Stadium.

The draw results made it impossible for Vietnam and Singapore to win tickets to the semi-finals. Both teams have seven points. In the last series, Vietnam received the team that was eliminated from Myanmar at home, while Singapore as a guest of Malaysia - the team has six points.

"This is not the best result because Singapore's goal is to win to get tickets to the semi-finals soon. However, I would also like to thank the players for their efforts. Of course, Vietnam is the team. The ball was strong but today we played well," added coach Nishigaya.

The match between Singapore and Vietnam took place on artificial turf. When asked if this gives Singapore an advantage because it is familiar with the field, and Vietnam has difficulty because it often plays on grass, coach Nishigaya replied: "I don't think so".

Center-back Irfan Fandi said: "This is a difficult match because Vietnam is very strong. I am happy that the team won one point. Singapore currently has seven points and we will study the Malaysian video to prepare for the match. Last game. Let's wait and see what the team can do against this opponent."