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Vietnam ease past Chinese Taipei
Ninh Binh: Olaha Manh Duc marked his international debut with a goal as Vietnam defeated Chinese Taipei 2-0 in the VFF Cup 2026 opener at Thien Truong Stadium on Wednesday.
Chinese Taipei meet Kyrgyz Republic on Sunday, with Vietnam closing the friendly series against the Central Asians on Tuesday.

Vietnam took the lead in the 22nd minute when Nguyen Hong Phuc’s delivery from the right picked out Manh Duc, who made no mistake from close range.

Chinese Taipei pressed for an equaliser but goalkeeper Patrik Le Giang held firm to ensure the hosts went into the break with their advantage intact.
Dinh Bac gave Vietnam breathing space in the 58th minute, beating his marker before applying a composed finish

Photos: Vietnam Football Federation