Vietnam women's team unexpectedly receives 'enthusiasm' from Thai fans

On the opening day of SEA Games 33, the Vietnamese women's team not only received support from home fans but also from a special Thai fan.

Mr. Chai Deepblue enthusiastically cheers for the Vietnamese women's team - Photo: THANH DINH

On the evening of December 5, the Vietnamese women's team defeated Malaysia 7-0 in the opening match of the 33rd SEA Games at the stadium in Chonburi. Although playing far from the capital Bangkok, coach Mai Duc Chung and his team were not alone.

In the stands, a group of Vietnamese fans, including tourists and families living or traveling in Thailand, were present to "fuel" the team.

There was also Chai Deepblue, a passionate Thai football fan. Wearing a shirt with a red flag and a yellow star, Chai joined the group of Vietnamese fans and continuously cheered.

When the reporter asked why he cheered for Vietnam, Chai answered in fluent and humorous Vietnamese: "I like Vietnam, I like Vietnamese football."

A group of Vietnamese fans cheered for the team at Chonburi Stadium - Photo: THANH DINH

He added that Vietnam won 7-0, while Thailand won 8-0. However, he emphasized: "Love Vietnam, love the Vietnamese people, love Uncle Ho."

The enthusiasm of Chai Deepblue and more than a dozen Vietnamese fans turned a corner of the Chonburi stadium into a lively one. He even played the role of "conductor", leading everyone to chant "Vietnam", creating a great source of motivation to help Huynh Nhu and her teammates play brilliantly, winning a resounding 7-0 victory over Malaysia.

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