Yahya Ali Almulla, a referee from the UAE, will officiate Vietnam’s crucial match against Laos in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers on March 25th at the Go Dau Stadium in Binh Duong. This match will be VAR-free.
This match is attracting significant attention, not only due to its importance in Vietnam’s qualification campaign, but also for the selection of experienced international referee, Yahya Ali Almulla.
Yahya Ali Almulla’s Experience and Achievements
Referee Yahya Ali Almulla boasts extensive experience, having overseen 149 matches in UAE domestic leagues, AFC U20 Championships, World Cup Qualifiers, AFC Champions League Two, and AFC U23 Championships. Throughout his career, he has awarded 64 penalties, issued 623 yellow cards, 18 indirect red cards, and 20 direct red cards.
His career also includes officiating at the 2021 (2022 due to COVID-19) SEA Games in Vietnam. He oversaw two matches, including Malaysia’s 3-1 win over Laos and the U23 Thailand’s 1-0 win over U23 Indonesia after extra time in the semi-finals. He also managed 11 yellow cards and 4 red cards across these matches. This experience promises fair play and professionalism for the Vietnam vs. Laos match.
Vietnam Team Preparation for the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers
Beyond the Laos match, Vietnam will also participate in a friendly against Cambodia on March 19th at the Go Dau Stadium, Binh Duong. These matches are crucial for Vietnam to improve their FIFA ranking, currently positioned at 112th.
Two New Assistant Coaches Join Vietnam National Team
On March 10th, the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) officially signed contracts with two new assistant coaches for both the senior Vietnam national team and the U23 team. Coach Lee Jung Soo, holding an AFC A coaching license, will serve as an assistant to both squads. He brings years of experience in high-level competition and coaching. Meanwhile, goalkeeper coach Lee Woon Jae, who possesses an AFC Level 2 goalkeeping license and an AFC A license, will continue his duties with the Vietnam national team.
Conclusion
The Vietnam vs. Laos match on March 25th promises to be an exciting encounter with an internationally experienced referee. It’s a vital opportunity for the Vietnamese team to showcase their performance and strive for a better FIFA ranking.
References
- AFC website (if details on the referee are available)
- VFF website (if details on the assistant coaches are available)
- https://dantri.com.vn/the-thao/trong-tai-gay-bao-o-sea-games-dieu-khien-tran-tuyen-viet-nam-gap-lao-20250310164752588.htm
Note: FIFA ranking information needs to be updated from a reliable source.
