Iraq through to semi-finals as Vietnam's fairy-tale runs out


Vietnam's fairy-tale run at the Asian Cup has come to an end, after they were beaten by Iraq in their quarter-final encounter at Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok.

Thousands of colourfully-attired Vietnam fans turned out in support of their team, but they made little difference as Iraq ran out comfortable 2-0 winners on the back of a superb individual performance from captain Younes Mohammed.

Read the full article at Soccerphile World Cup Blog.

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