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On the night of January 5th, the Vietnamese national team won the ASEAN Cup 2024 against Thailand with a score of 3-2 at the Rajamangala National Stadium in Thailand. Vietnam is the first team to defeat Thailand in both legs of the Southeast Asian football final, securing their third ASEAN Cup title.
Vietnam put up a valiant fight to defeat Thailand at the Rajamangala National Stadium, securing their third Southeast Asian championship title. Photo: Ngo Tran Hai An
After winning the first leg at Viet Tri Stadium with a score of 2-1, the Vietnamese team defeated Thailand 3-2 in the second leg at Rajamangala National Stadium to win the ASEAN Cup 2024 with a 5-3 aggregate victory. This is the first time Thailand has lost both finals of the Southeast Asian football tournament.
When the final whistle blew, tens of thousands of hearts beat as one, sharing in the atmosphere of excitement. This resounding victory for the Vietnamese national team caused the nationwide fan community to erupt in joy, pouring into the streets to celebrate after the tense match ended.
In Hanoi, tens of thousands of people carrying red flags with yellow stars poured into the streets to celebrate the Vietnamese national team's victory in the ASEAN Cup 2024.
People poured into the streets to celebrate the victory after the tense match ended.
According to Travellive's observations in Hanoi, tens of thousands of people carrying red flags with yellow stars poured into the streets to celebrate the Vietnamese national team's victory in the ASEAN Cup 2024. The sounds of celebratory songs and cheers spread throughout the city, creating an atmosphere of unprecedented enthusiasm and joy.
This year, what was particularly noteworthy was that no one ran red lights during the celebratory parade following the championship victory. Despite the vibrant atmosphere, Hanoi residents strictly adhered to traffic regulations as stipulated in Decree 168. Even with the large crowds and heavy traffic, people stopped their vehicles in designated areas, lined up before the stop line when the traffic light turned red, and counted down together before the light turned green – something rarely seen in previous years.
People held red flags with yellow stars, cheering and singing together, creating a colorful and vibrant scene.
What was impressive was the crowd shouting a countdown at the stop line when the traffic light turned red. No one ran the red light during the celebratory parade after winning the championship.
Vu Thao Van (right) is extremely excited and proud to be participating in the storm for the second time.
Vu Thao Van (2002) shared with Travellive: "This is the second time I've gone to a football celebratory parade, but this time the feeling is completely different. I feel happy, joyful, and proud all at once. When I went to the parade, I even had to ask for a flag from the neighborhood committee."
Around 2 AM on January 6th, the celebratory frenzy among Hanoi residents hadn't subsided. They gathered on numerous streets to celebrate throughout the night following this historic victory. The celebration wasn't just about fleeting joy; it was also an opportunity for everyone to reflect on the team's efforts and achievements, affirming the position of Vietnamese football on the international stage. And in those moments, every Vietnamese citizen felt proud to be a part of the nation's sporting history.
Join Travellive reporters in witnessing the ecstatic moments of Hanoi residents celebrating the final victory of Vietnam's championship win:
Fans walked along chanting "Vietnam champions, Long live Vietnam!"
Various ways fans celebrated winning the ASEAN Cup 2024.
Xuan Son's fans
The roads leading to the city center are always covered with red flags with yellow stars.
Strangers become acquaintances.
At the intersection of Dao Tan and Buoi streets, both on and under the bridge, there was a huge crowd of people.
Despite celebrating the victory, the Vietnamese people demonstrated civility by adhering to traffic regulations, ensuring safety for themselves and the community.
This image not only showcases enthusiasm and passion for sports, but also serves as proof of a community that is increasingly aware of its social responsibility.
The bustling atmosphere, with flags and flowers painting the streets of Hanoi red, created a vibrant scene.
The sight of people pouring into the streets to celebrate Vietnam's victory in the ASEAN Cup 2024 was both emotional and meaningful. It was not only a celebration of the Vietnamese team's win but also a symbol of national pride, unity, and a passionate love for football.
