The Afghanistan national futsal team, the “Lions of Khorasan,” delivered a commanding performance in their second friendly match against Vietnam, securing a convincing 5-2 victory on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (30 Jadi). The game, hosted by Vietnam in the afternoon, highlighted the exceptional form of Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini, who stole the show with a brilliant hat-trick.
Kabul 24: Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini, the dynamic forward and key player for Afghanistan (born October 6, 2003, and wearing the No. 10 jersey), dominated the attack by scoring three goals, showcasing his sharp finishing, movement, and composure under pressure. His hat-trick was instrumental in dismantling the Vietnamese defense and building a commanding lead.
The remaining two goals came from Hamidreza Hosseini and Reza Hosseinpour, who also contributed significantly to the team’s fluid play and clinical finishing.
This result follows Afghanistan’s first friendly win over the same opponent just two days earlier, a 5-3 triumph on January 18. In that match, goals were netted by Akbar Kazemi, Hamidreza Hosseini, Reza Hosseinpour, Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini, and Seyed Mortaza Hosseini, with the team leading 4-1 at halftime.
These back-to-back victories against Vietnam—a respected Asian futsal nation—serve as vital preparation under head coach Majid Mortazavi. The camp has focused on sharpening tactics, fitness, and team chemistry ahead of the major tournament.
After wrapping up in Vietnam, the Afghanistan squad will head to Thailand for two more friendlies against the Thai national team, another Asian powerhouse. These matches will provide further high-level testing and refinement.
The AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 kicks off on January 27 in Indonesia and runs until February 7. Afghanistan has qualified with momentum, having shown strong form in recent qualifiers and friendlies.
Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini’s consistent goal-scoring (including in past matches against Iran, Tajikistan, and others) positions him as one of the team’s most dangerous threats.
Drawn in a tough group, the Lions of Khorasan aim to advance far and make a lasting impact on the continental stage.
The standout performance by Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini not only sealed the win but also sent a strong signal to rivals: Afghanistan’s futsal team is in top shape, hungry for success, and ready to shine in Indonesia.
