Hoàng Hên and Xuân Son playfully mimic Hai Long's celebration, creating a humorous moment after the big win over Indonesia

The midfielder Nguyen Hai Long was the focal point when he netted a stunning goal, increasing the lead to 2-0, and delivered a confident celebration in front of Indonesia. This very celebration then served as material for teammates Hoàng Hên and Nguyen Xuan Son to playfully mock him.

In the 15th minute of the match at Pakansari Stadium, the Vietnam national team launched a sharp counterattack. Le Phạm Thanh Long made a precise through-ball that split the defense, allowing Hai Long to sprint down the left flank. The midfielder born in 2000 used his speed to get past the Indonesian defense before firing a low shot into the near corner, completely beating goalkeeper Nadeo Argawinata and doubling the visitors' lead.

The goal not only helped Vietnam fully control the game but also demonstrated Hai Long's confidence and composure in a crucial match.

Notably, after scoring, the Hanoi FC midfielder did not run to hug his teammates as usual. Instead, he turned towards the stands and pointed at the yellow emblem on his sleeve. This is the logo for the reigning ASEAN Cup champions, serving as a statement of Vietnam's status as the regional champion after winning the 2024 ASEAN Cup.

Hai Long's distinctive celebration quickly caught the attention of fans and media. After the match ended, the atmosphere within the Vietnam national team became even more lively as Hoàng Hên and Nguyen Xuan Son humorously imitated Hai Long's pointing gesture. The two players repeatedly mimicked their teammate's expressions and movements, generating hearty laughter after the important victory.

This joyful moment reflects the unity and relaxed spirit of the Vietnam team under coach Kim Sang Sik. Besides the convincing performances on the pitch, the positive atmosphere within the squad is considered one of the factors helping the team play with increasing cohesion.

The 3-0 victory over Indonesia also made a big impact in the host country, as the match attracted a record number of live viewers, highlighting the special appeal of the rivalry between the two top football nations in Southeast Asia.

The 2026 ASEAN Cup takes place from July 24 to August 26 with 10 teams divided into two groups. Vietnam is in Group A alongside Indonesia, Singapore, Cambodia, and Timor-Leste. After a 7-0 opening win over Timor-Leste, coach Kim Sang Sik's side drew 0-0 with Singapore before defeating Indonesia 3-0 to open the door to the semi-finals. As the defending ASEAN Cup champions, the goal set by the Vietnam Football Federation for coach Kim Sang Sik is to lead the team to the final and successfully defend the title.

In Group B, the defending runners-up Thailand compete with Malaysia, Philippines, Myanmar, and Laos.