Goals from Hai Long and Quang Hai gave Vietnam a 2-0 victory over Thailand, putting the team in a strong position ahead of the second leg.
The match ended after 10 pm, but streets across Hanoi remained lively as fans carrying national flags, horns and other items poured out to celebrate the victory. (Photo: Manh Quan)
Hanoi has seen persistent rain in recent days, with several spells of heavy downpours under the influence of Storm No. 4 (Photo: Manh Quan).
Hanoi is facing torrential rain in recent days due to the impact of Storm Narra. (Photo: Manh Quan)
The Kim Lien Tunnel area was among the busiest gathering points, with streams of people and vehicles moving through the area as fans waved flags, sounded horns and cheered. (Photo: Manh Quan)
National flags flew above streams of vehicles as fans celebrated in the rain. (Photo: Tran Quan)
Some fans used anything they could find to make noise and add to the atmosphere, from pots and pans to advertising banners. (Photos: Manh Quan - Tran Quan)
Tran Dinh Thai from Ha Tinh Province congratulated the Vietnamese team and said he hoped the players would maintain their form and confidence in the second leg and secure another win. (Photo: Tran Quan)
Some fans lit flares amid the celebrating crowds, despite the potential safety risks. (Photo: Manh Quan)
Authorities were deployed around the Kim Lien Tunnel to maintain security and traffic safety, reminding people not to stop or park where they could obstruct traffic. (Photo: Manh Quan)