(VOVWORLD) - The upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Vietnam and China in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be played behind closed doors due to COVID-19.
 Vietnam's national squad during a training session. (Photo: VFF) |
The game will kick off at Thursday midnight (Vietnam time).
Both Vietnam and China collected zero points after their two opening matches.
The Vietnam were defeated 0-1 by Australia and 1-3 by Saudi Arabia, while China lost 0-3 to Australia and 0-1 to Japan.
This is the first time Vietnam have ever played in the final round of World Cup qualifiers.
Vietnam are in Group B along with Japan, Australia, Saudi Arabia, China and Oman for a berth at the 2022 Qatar World Cup.