In the second half, Vietnamese players played more steadily and confidently, with outstanding performance from goalkeeper Kim Thanh.

However, Thanh failed to prevent No.29 of Germany from scoring a goal in the 80th minute.

After several unsuccessful attempts, in the 90th minute, Thanh Nha overcame the defence of Germany to shorten the score to 1-2, which was kept until the end of the game.

Coach Mai Duc Chung said that through the game, Vietnamese players learnt a lot from their rival, which helps them to be better prepared for important games ahead.

The match attracted nearly 14,000 audience, including thousands of Vietnamese football fans who dyed the 20,000-seat Offenbach stadium in red, the colour of Vietnam's national flag./.

 

Source: VNA