Vietnamese player Faces Backlash After Online Attack on Thai Opponent
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The aftermath of Vietnam’s dramatic 3-5 aggregate victory over Thailand in the ASEAN Cup 2024 semi-final has been marred by controversy, stemming from online comments made by Vietnamese player Nguyen Xuan Son.Son, the tournament’s top scorer with seven goals, directed insults at Thai player Supachoke Sarachat following a contentious moment in the match.
The incident occurred during the January 6th match, where Thailand briefly took a 2-1 lead thanks to a goal by Supachoke in the 64th minute. This goal, however, sparked outrage among some Vietnamese fans and players who felt the play should have been stopped. The subsequent loss, denying Thailand their eighth ASEAN Cup title, further fueled the online backlash.
According to reports, Nguyen Xuan Son, who was substituted in the 32nd minute due to a severe leg fracture, left a comment on a social media post showing Supachoke being consoled. The comment,reportedly calling Supachoke “idiot,” has drawn meaningful criticism.
“Nguyen Xuan Son” appeared in comments cursing “Supachoke Sarachat” saying he was “stupid” after the moment he scored 2-1 in the ASEAN Cup 2024 semi-final.
Son’s actions are particularly noteworthy given his own circumstances.The severe leg fracture he sustained during the match is expected to sideline him for over six months. Despite his injury and the emotional intensity of the game, his online behavior has been widely condemned.
The incident highlights the increasingly prevalent issue of online aggression in sports, underscoring the need for responsible social media use among athletes and fans alike. While the passion of the game is undeniable, the importance of maintaining respect and sportsmanship, both on and off the field, cannot be overstated. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of impulsive online behavior.
Vietnamese Footballer Sparks Outrage with Online Attack on Thai Player
Vietnam’s recent victory over Thailand in the ASEAN Cup semi-final has been overshadowed by a controversial incident involving Vietnamese player Nguyen Xuan Son and Thai player Supachoke Sarachat. Son’s online comments directed at Sarachat, following a contentious moment in the match, have sparked widespread backlash across social media and within the football community, raising questions about sportsmanship, online conduct, and the pressure faced by athletes.
A heated Match and a Contentious Goal
Senior Editor, World Today News: Dr. Tran, thank you for joining us today. can you give our readers some context around this incident? What happened during the match that led to such a heated reaction?
Dr. Le Tran Minh, Professor of Sports Science, Hanoi University: République soll time Christiane
The ASEAN Cup semi-final between Vietnam and Thailand was a fiercely contested match with plenty at stake for both teams. It came down to a tense second leg, where Thailand took a brief 2-1 lead thanks to a goal by Supachoke Sarachat in the 64th minute. This goal seemed to notably inflame tensions, as some Vietnamese fans and players felt the play leading up to it should have been stopped. ultimately, Vietnam emerged victorious, but the online disagreement between players continued after the final whistle.
Senior Editor, World Today News: We’ve seen reports that Nguyen Xuan Son, who was actually injured during the game, went online and directed insults towards Supachoke Sarachat. this seems shocking given the context.
Dr. Le Tran Minh: Yes, it’s deeply concerning. It highlights the dark side of social media and the anonymity it sometimes allows. Though we must acknowledge the emotional stakes of the game, Son’s words were fully inappropriate and disrespectful. This incident underlines the need for more responsible online behavior from athletes, particularly when they have such a large following.
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