Hanoi-based Iraq launched an attack right after the opening match against Vietnam in the second round of Group F of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
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Coach Troussier reminded Van Toan
The right flank, occupied by Van Thanh and Van Toan, is being constantly exploited by Iraq, forcing the French coach to call the two players to the sidelines for a reminder.
Van Toan (number 9) was unable to get past Ali Adnan. Photo: Lam Thoa
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Vietnam nearly conceded a goal.
Ali Adnan took a corner kick from the right with his left foot, sending the ball curling towards the far corner. Goalkeeper Van Lam nearly lost his balance, but managed to push it away with his hands.
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Iraq's tricky free kicks
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Iraq plays fast.
The visiting team pressed high from the start, but Vietnam calmly kept possession and played short passes as usual under Troussier. Neither team managed to get the ball into the opponent's penalty area.
Iraq played aggressively right from the start of the match. Photo: Hieu Luong
The first half has begun.
Vietnam wore red shirts. Iraq wore white shirts and kicked off.
The stadium wasn't full yet.
There are still many empty seats in the second tier and sections C and D of My Dinh Stadium. The number of spectators attending the match is probably less than 80% of its maximum capacity.
A group of spectators wearing red shirts covered a corner of the stands.
A male spectator wearing a dragon-shaped hat. Photo: Giang Huy
Van Toan practices shooting.
In the previous match, Van Toan scored his first goal of the year against the Philippines. He was substituted midway through the game due to injury, but he was able to return to the starting lineup today.
Van Toan's speed will be a weapon for Vietnam. Photo: Lam Thoa
The player practices throwing the ball.
Assistant coach Moulay Azzeggouarh demonstrates throwing and movement techniques to the Vietnamese starting lineup, helping them practice maintaining formation. Photo: Lam Thoa
The starting lineup played a practice match.
Tuan Tai (in the blue shirt) passes the ball amidst a circle of Van Thanh and Tien Linh. Photo: Ngoc Thanh.
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Vietnam will face Iraq at My Dinh Stadium in the second match of Group F of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in the Asian region, at 7 PM on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. In their opening match, Vietnam won 2-0 away against the Philippines, while Iraq defeated Indonesia 5-1.
Goalkeeper Dang Van Lam during Vietnam's training session at My Dinh Stadium, Hanoi, on the evening of November 20th. Photo: Hieu Luong
The match was officiated by Qatari referee Abdulla Al-Marri. In Iraq's opening match against Indonesia, the referee was also Arab Ahmed Eisa (UAE).
Group F of the second round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers consists of four teams: Iraq, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia. The teams play a double round-robin format, with points awarded to determine the top two teams from each group who advance to the third round. The third round comprises 18 teams, divided into three groups, with the top two teams from each group qualifying directly for the World Cup finals. The third and fourth-placed teams from each group in the third round will advance to the fourth round to compete for two more spots. The third and fourth-placed teams in the fourth round will advance to the fifth round, where one team will compete in a play-off against a representative from another federation. The play-off round consists of six teams, with two teams advancing to the finals.
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