The upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Vietnam and China  in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be played behind closed doors due to COVID-19. The game will kick off at Thursday midnight (Vietnam time).

Both Vietnam and China collected zero points after their two opening matches.

The Vietnam were defeated 0-1 by Australia and 1-3 by Saudi Arabia, while China lost 0-3 to Australia and 0-1 to Japan.

This is the first time Vietnam have ever played in the final round of World Cup qualifiers.

Vietnam are in Group B along with Japan, Australia, Saudi Arabia, China and Oman for a berth at the 2022 Qatar World Cup.

Source: VOV5