Viet Nam lost 1-2 to Japan at the HCM City International Futsal Tournament.

HCM CITY (VNS)—Viet Nam lost 1-2 to Japan in their first match at the HCM City International Futsal (indoor football) Tournament at the Phu Tho Gymnasium.

Japan scored two consecutive goals at the 15th and 16th minutes. Though Viet Nam's Van Vu narrowed the score one minute later, he failed to make a draw score, although the team opened more attacks, with enormous support from home fans.

This is the second win for Japan, the Asian champion, at the four-side tournament.

In the next match, Japan will play world champions Brazil, while Viet Nam meets Thailand.

Earlier yesterday, Brazil defeated Asian first runner-up Thailand 5-1. — VNS