New Zealand beat Vietnam 3-2 in women’s futsal friendly
Vietnam’s first-half advantage was overturned after the interval. The second match of the series will take place on 14 November 2026.
New Zealand won the opening fixture of a two-match women’s futsal friendly series against Vietnam, beating the hosts 3-2 in Ho Chi Minh City on 12 November 2026. The game was played at Chanh Hung Ward Gymnasium.
Vietnam, led by head coach Huynh Thi Thanh Khiet, went ahead when A Dat Rin To scored. The hosts held that advantage until half-time, with neither side adding another goal before the break.
Two goals in quick succession changed the contest after the interval. New Zealand captain Hannah Kraakman and Jamie Evans scored to give the visitors a 2-1 advantage, and Libby Boobyer subsequently increased their lead to 3-1.
Nguyen Thi Van Anh brought Vietnam back within one goal, but there was no further change to the score. The sides will play their second friendly on 14 November 2026.
