Favourites Thailand book place in AFF Suzuki Cup final after taming defending champion Vietnam in semis

Thailand supporters cheer during the AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 semi-final second leg match between Thailand and Vietnam in Singapore, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021. Thailand drew Vietnam 0-0 in the second leg of the semi-finals to complete a 2-0 aggregate victory. - AP

SINGAPORE, Dec 26, 2021 (AFP): Thailand booked their place in the AFF Suzuki Cup final for a ninth time in 13 attempts after they held defending champions Vietnam to a goalless draw on Sunday in the second leg of the semi-finals to complete a 2-0 aggregate victory.

The Vietnamese dominated possession at Singapore's National Stadium but could not break down the resolute defence of the Thais, who have conceded only one goal in six matches on their run to the final.