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2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia

Vietnam beat UAE after extra time to reach U23 Asian Cup semis

Vietnam beat UAE after extra time to reach U23 Asian Cup semis

Vietnam News 10:16 17/01/2026

Vietnam advanced to the semifinals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup on Saturday after beating the United Arab Emirates 3-2 after extra time in their quarterfinal.

Vietnam back technique, patience against UAE in U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

Vietnam back technique, patience against UAE in U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

Vietnam News 13:40 16/01/2026

Vietnam’s under-23 side believe composure and technical play can offset the physical edge of the United Arab Emirates when the teams meet in the quarterfinals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia on Friday.

Vietnam U23s’ improbable surge reshapes expectations at Asian youth tourney

Vietnam U23s’ improbable surge reshapes expectations at Asian youth tourney

Vietnam News 10:41 14/01/2026

Vietnam’s under-23 team have upended expectations at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, turning a cautious pre-tournament outlook into a confident group-stage campaign that suggests the side are capable of going further.

FIFA social media highlights Vietnam U23 goalkeeper, forward after historic win

FIFA social media highlights Vietnam U23 goalkeeper, forward after historic win

Vietnam News 13:19 13/01/2026

FIFA’s official World Cup social media account spotlighted Vietnam's under-23 goalkeeper Tran Trung Kien and forward Nguyen Dinh Bac after the Vietnam boys completed a perfect group stage at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup with a 1–0 victory over host nation Saudi Arabia.

Asian media hail Vietnam U23s’ discipline, rising competitiveness after Saudi win

Asian media hail Vietnam U23s’ discipline, rising competitiveness after Saudi win

Vietnam News 11:48 13/01/2026

Vietnam’s under-23 team drew praise from Asian football officials and regional media after completing a perfect group stage at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, with commentators highlighting the team’s discipline, tactical maturity, and growing competitiveness at continental level.

Vietnam edge Saudi Arabia to advance as Group A winners at U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam edge Saudi Arabia to advance as Group A winners at U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam News 09:39 13/01/2026

Vietnam’s under-23 team beat hosts Saudi Arabia 1-0 early on Tuesday to finish top of Group A and advance to the quarterfinals of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.

Vietnam face Saudi Arabia in decisive final group match at AFC U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam face Saudi Arabia in decisive final group match at AFC U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam News 11:07 12/01/2026

Vietnam’s under-23 team will face hosts Saudi Arabia at 11:30 pm (Vietnam time) on Monday in the final Group A match of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup, with both sides needing a win to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive.

FIFA social media channel compares Vietnam forward Le Van Thuan with Bellingham

FIFA social media channel compares Vietnam forward Le Van Thuan with Bellingham

Vietnam News 09:38 10/01/2026

Vietnam forward Le Van Thuan drew international attention after scoring the late winner against Kyrgyzstan at the AFC U23 Championship, with FIFA’s official social media comparing the teenager to England midfielder Jude Bellingham.

Vietnam U23s edge Kyrgyzstan to stay perfect at AFC U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam U23s edge Kyrgyzstan to stay perfect at AFC U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam News 07:56 10/01/2026

Vietnam’s under-23 team moved closer to the quarterfinals of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup after a 2-1 win over Kyrgyzstan on Friday, securing a second straight victory in Group A.

Asian media tip Vietnam as Group A contenders after U23 Asian Cup win

Asian media tip Vietnam as Group A contenders after U23 Asian Cup win

Vietnam News 10:46 08/01/2026

Asian media outlets said Vietnam had emerged as serious contenders in Group A of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup after a 2-0 victory over Jordan, a result that reinforced the Asian Football Confederation’s pre-tournament assessment of the team as potential title challengers.

Vietnam beat Jordan in AFC U23 Asian Cup opener

Vietnam beat Jordan in AFC U23 Asian Cup opener

Vietnam News 11:12 07/01/2026

Vietnam’s under-23 national team opened their campaign at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup with a 2-0 win over Jordan in their Group A match in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.

Vietnam edge Yemen to qualify for 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam edge Yemen to qualify for 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam News 11:31 10/09/2025

Vietnam’s U23 team booked their place at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory over Yemen in their final Group C qualifier in Phu Tho Province on Tuesday.