Vietnam secured a significant 2-0 victory against Malaysia in the first leg of the 2026 ASEAN Cup semifinal. The win was propelled by a standout performance from Xuân Son and an own goal scored by a Malaysian defender. This result provides Vietnam with a substantial advantage heading into the return leg, which will be played at Mỹ Đình Stadium. Xuân Son’s performance was particularly noteworthy, marking him as a key player in the match. The Vietnamese team now holds a strong position to advance to the final round of the tournament. Fans are optimistic about Vietnam’s chances of progressing, given their current lead and home-field advantage in the next game. This victory marks a positive step for Vietnam in their pursuit of the ASEAN Cup title.