

International Friendly | 5 July 2026
Vietnam National Team Demolish Siheung City 6‑0 in One‑Sided Clash
Vietnam’s senior national team delivered a devastating attacking performance on 5 July 2026, thrashing Korean side Siheung City 6‑0 in an international friendly played in South Korea. The match, which kicked off at 15:00 local time, saw the visitors dominate from first minute to last, leaving little doubt about the gap in quality between a full international outfit and a domestic club side.
Match Overview
Siheung City, a club competing in the Korean lower leagues, were always facing an uphill battle against a Vietnamese squad brimming with pace and technical ability. Vietnam took the lead inside ten minutes when their striker latched onto a through ball and slotted coolly past the goalkeeper. By halftime, the score had already reached 4‑0, with two quick‑fire goals in the 30th and 33rd minutes effectively ending the contest.
Second‑Half Onslaught
Vietnam showed no mercy after the break. They continued to press high and carve open the Siheung defence at will. Two more goals, one a spectacular long‑range strike in the 67th minute and another a poacher’s finish in the 79th, completed the 6‑0 rout. Siheung City rarely threatened at the other end, managing just one shot on target across the entire 90 minutes.
Standout Performers
Vietnam’s attacking line was in lethal form. The forward who opened the scoring added a second later in the first half, while the creative midfielders controlled the tempo effortlessly. On the other side, Siheung City will use this heavy defeat as a learning experience, highlighting the defensive organisation needed to compete against top‑tier opponents.
Significance
For Vietnam, this friendly is an ideal confidence booster ahead of upcoming competitive matches. For Siheung City, the result is a stark reminder of the level required to be competitive against international opposition.
