Name: Thailand advances to semi-finals with dominant win over Singapore
Uploaded: 2025-12-11T23:35:18.433Z
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Description: Thailand secured a place in the semi-finals after a decisive victory against Singapore, highlighted by three goals in six minutes. The hosts completed the group stage with a perfect record.

Thailand secured a place in the semi-finals after a decisive victory against Singapore, highlighted by three goals in six minutes. The hosts completed the group stage with a perfect record.

Thailand and Singapore faced off with a semi-final berth at stake. Singapore created the better chances in the first half, with Nour Mohamed Asis hitting the crossbar in the 38th minute. 

After halftime, Thailand took control as Sirafat Wandi opened the scoring in the 49th minute. Yotzakorn Burafa added two more goals, including a free kick, to secure a 3-0 win. Thailand advances to the semi-finals with a flawless group stage performance.

Thailand advances to semi-finals with dominant win over Singapore

Thailand and Singapore take the field, knowing a semi-final spot is on the line. The first half sees Singapore create the better chances, with Nour Mohamed Asis striking the crossbar in the 38th minute. But the hosts come alive after the break. Sirafat Wandi breaks the deadlock in the 49th minute, giving Thailand the lead they desperately needed. Just two minutes later, Yotzakorn Burafa doubles the advantage with a clinical finish. The striker isn't done yet, completing his brace with a stunning free kick in the 55th minute. Three goals in six minutes, and Thailand's dominance is complete. The hosts march into the semi-finals with a perfect group stage record. Their title dream's very much alive.

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