Vietnam clinches first victory, eyes regional championship trophy
Vietnam Dominates ASEAN Women's MSIG Serenity Cup Opener
Vietnam kicked off the ASEAN Women's MSIG Serenity Cup 2025 with a commanding 6-0 victory over Cambodia at Lạch Tray Stadium in Hải Phòng City on August 6, 2025 [2][3].
The Vietnamese team, coached by Mai Đức Chung, displayed a style reminiscent of their male counterparts, according to coach Koji of Cambodia [1]. Vietnam's dominance was evident from the early stages of the match, with Duong Thi Van opening the scoring with a stunning long-range free kick in the 8th minute.
Ngan Thi Van Su quickly followed suit, scoring a volley outside the box just three minutes later. A penalty converted by Pham Hai Yen in the 12th minute made it 3-0 within the first 12 minutes. Additional goals were scored by Nguyen Thi Van, Truc Huong, and Thai Thi Thao to complete the 6-0 rout.
Vietnam's midfielder, Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy, was voted Player of the Match for her outstanding performance. The team was awarded a VND500 million (US$19,000) prize for their victory [1].
The match marked a significant boost for Vietnam's momentum in the tournament, as they joined Thailand at the top of Group A with maximum points after the opening round of matches [3]. Thailand also registered a 7-0 victory over Indonesia in another game [1].
Cambodia, still developing as a regional team, suffered a heavy 7-0 defeat to Thailand later in the tournament but the 6-0 loss to Vietnam remains the direct encounter between these two teams reported [1].
No update about a more recent match between these sides has been found; this 6-0 result in early August is the latest head-to-head score available [1][2][3]. The teams in Group A will face each other again at Laạch Tray Stadium on Saturday.
Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy expressed gratitude for the support of the national team's supporters. Coach Koji of Cambodia acknowledged a big gap between the two teams. He believes that the Cambodian women's team can compete with the men's team, but finds it more difficult for the women [1].
The top two teams in each group will advance to the semi-finals on August 16 at Laạch Tray Stadium [1]. Vietnam, with their strong start, are on their way to the title of the ASEAN Women's MSIG Serenity Cup, as Coach Chung believes [1]. The team's captain, Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy, has promised to work harder to achieve this goal [1].
In the realm of European sports, a fascinating analysis could be conducted comparing Vietnam's dominance in the ASEAN Women's MSIG Serenity Cup to potential AI algorithms predicting outcomes in games like the Premier League or other European leagues.
One might argue that Vietnam's football style, as observed in their commanding victory over Cambodia, shares similarities with high-performing teams in these global leagues.
The AI could provide insights into Vietnam's potential progression through the tournament, just as it would forecast performances for teams such as Manchester United, Bayern Munich, or Barcelona.
Moreover, the AI could also analyze individual player performances, such as Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy's standout display in the opening match, much like it does for stars like Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo.
In such a scenario, the ASEAN Women's MSIG Serenity Cup could serve as an intriguing testing ground, showcasing the evolution of tactical strategies and highlighting the potential of the sport's future stars, not limited to Europe.
