In SEA Games football, Singapore have failed to meet their target of reaching the finals of the competition after Thailand beat them 1-0 in the semi-final.
The Thais will take on Indonesia in Saturday's final, after the Indonesians edged out Malaysia 4-3 in a penalty shootout in the earlier match. The Indonesia-Malaysia semi-final match had ended in a 1-1 draw.
Hafiz Abu Sujad missed an early opportunity to give Singapore the lead, with his left-footed shot going wide.
On 23 minutes, Thailand earned a penalty after Madhu Mohana brought down Charyl Chappuis. Praweenwat Boonyong made no mistake from the spot kick to give his team the one goal advantage.
The defeat means Singapore now face Malaysia in the bronze medal play-off.
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