Over 500 m of Nguyen Hue walking street in Ho Chi Minh City were dyed red by thousands of people who were presented to support their home team via LED screens.
The city installed six large LED screens on the walking street to serve fans during the semifinal match, as well as the third-place playoff on Friday and the final on Saturday.
A fan jumps for joy after Vietnam attacked in the 3rd minute of the match, as captain Khuat Van Khang dribbled into China's penalty area.
Many were worried when key defender Hieu Minh suffered a right knee injury in the 30th minute after a strong collision with Xiang Yuwang and could not continue.
This can be considered a turning point for the game.
Fans in Ho Chi Minh City were devastated when Kim Sang-sik's team conceded two goals at the beginning of the second half.
Two foreigners watching the match on Nguyen Hue walking street were saddened when Vietnam fell behind.
In Hanoi, along Nguyen Trai Street, many screens were set up in cafes and pubs, while people spilled onto the streets.
