The Cong, Da Nang and Song Lam Nghe An defeated Hanoi ACB, Khanh Hoa and Military Zone IV respectively, to reach the National Cup’s semifinals.

The Cong stunned Hanoi ACB in an attractive game at Hang Day stadium on April 4. The first half ended in a 0-0 draw. After the break, both teams had several chances to score but failed to convert any of them into goal.

Francois Endene scored the opener for The Cong with his powerful shot in the 76th minute. But two minutes later Hong Phong levelled the score with his quick strike from a close range.

It was Aloy Nyom who scored the winner for The Cong in the last minute. He broke ACB’s offside trap to have one on one’s with ACB goalkeeper and netted, sending The Cong into the semifinals.

Meanwhile, Da Nang hammered hosts Khanh Hoa 3-0 at Nha Trang stadium and visitors Song Lam Nghe An beat Military Zone IV 3-1 following a penalty shoot-out.

As a result The Cong will take on Song Lam Nghe An in the semis and Da Nang will play against the winner from Hoang Anh Gia Lai- Binh Duong match which was postponed until April 25.

VietNamNet/Nhan Dan