Vietnam women lose 0-8 to Japan at the 2026 Asian Games
Vietnam’s women lost 0-8 to Japan in their second group-stage match at the 2026 Asian Games. They will face Thailand on Sept. 21 for a chance to advance as one of the best third-placed teams.
Vietnam goalkeeper Trần Thị Kim Thanh during the 8–0 loss to Japan at Shizuoka Ecopa Stadium, Japan, on Sept. 17, 2026. Photo: VFF.
Vietnam’s women lost 0-8 to Japan in their second group-stage match at the 2026 Asian Games on Sept. 17, VnExpress reported. Chiina Kamiya scored twice; Yuzuho Shiokoshi, an own goal by Cu Thi Huynh Nhu, Megu Hamada, Hanon Nishio, Yui Narumiya and Hikaru Yumura supplied the other goals.
Japan led 4-0 at halftime and added four more after the break. Vietnam will face Thailand on Sept. 21 for a chance to reach the quarterfinals as one of the best third-placed teams.
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