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Nationwide fans heartbroken as Vietnam lost to China in U23 Asian Cup semis

Nationwide fans heartbroken as Vietnam lost to China in U23 Asian Cup semis

National jubilation turned to heartbreak on Tuesday night as Vietnam suffered a heavy 0-3 defeat against China in the semifinals of the 2026 U23 Asian Cup.
Chinese newspaper lists 4 reasons to believe China will beat Vietnam in U23 Asian Cup semifinal

Chinese newspaper lists 4 reasons to believe China will beat Vietnam in U23 Asian Cup semifinal

No prize money at AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, VFF confirms

No prize money at AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, VFF confirms

Vietnam fans flood streets after midnight following win over UAE at U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam fans flood streets after midnight following win over UAE at U23 Asian Cup

Many people in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City flooded downtown streets during the early hours on Saturday to celebrate Vietnam’s 3-2 victory over the UAE in the U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals.
January 16, 2026 | 04:02 pm PT
More passionate than England: Foreigners on Vietnam's love for football

More passionate than England: Foreigners on Vietnam's love for football

Seeing streets brought to a standstill and awash with Vietnam’s national flags, Englishman Paul Holland once panicked, thinking something unusual was happening.
January 16, 2026 | 10:13 pm PT
120 minutes of drama send Vietnam into U23 Asian Cup semifinals

120 minutes of drama send Vietnam into U23 Asian Cup semifinals

Vietnam’s U23 players delivered a fearless and captivating performance, battling through 120 intense minutes to defeat the UAE 3-2 in the quarter-finals of the U23 Asian Cup Saturday.
January 16, 2026 | 07:54 pm PT
Vietnam predicted to beat UAE in U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

Vietnam predicted to beat UAE in U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

International sports outlets are favoring Vietnam for a victory over the UAE in the 2026 U23 Asian Cup quarterfinal, citing the team's dominant form during the group stage.
January 15, 2026 | 11:09 pm PT
China eliminate Thailand from U23 Asian Cup as 4 quarterfinal matches revealed

China eliminate Thailand from U23 Asian Cup as 4 quarterfinal matches revealed

The 2026 U23 Asian Cup has entered its knockout stage with eight teams, Vietnam, Jordan, Japan, UAE, Uzbekistan, South Korea, Australia and China, securing their places in the highly anticipated quarterfinals.
January 14, 2026 | 06:01 pm PT
Jordan squad dances in celebration after reaching U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

Jordan squad dances in celebration after reaching U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

Jordan’s players sang and danced from the stadium to the Vietnamese team’s hotel and thanked coach Kim Sang-sik after the latter’s win over Saudi Arabia helped secure their place in the AFC U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals.
January 14, 2026 | 02:04 am PT
Vietnam coach Kim Sang-sik earns nickname ‘world’s unluckiest coach’

Vietnam coach Kim Sang-sik earns nickname ‘world’s unluckiest coach’

Every time Vietnam’s national football teams celebrate a title, head coach Kim Sang-sik knows what’s coming, a jubilant toss into the air followed by a less-than-graceful landing.
January 14, 2026 | 01:17 am PT
Jordan thank Vietnam after reaching U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

Jordan thank Vietnam after reaching U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals

Jordan team members shook hands with Vietnam players and thanked them for defeating Saudi Arabia 1-0, which helped the West Asian side secure a quarterfinal spot at the U23 Asian Cup 2026.
January 13, 2026 | 12:08 am PT
Vietnam records first perfect group-stage run at Asian championship

Vietnam records first perfect group-stage run at Asian championship

Vietnam set several national milestones after defeating hosts Saudi Arabia 1-0 in the final Group A match of the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, securing a historic clean sweep of the group stage.
January 12, 2026 | 03:40 pm PT
Vietnam predicted to get narrow defeat against Saudi Arabia in U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam predicted to get narrow defeat against Saudi Arabia in U23 Asian Cup

International sports websites suggest a closely contested final Group A match on Monday, with many predicting that host nation Saudi Arabia will secure a narrow victory over Vietnam.
January 11, 2026 | 11:55 pm PT
What are the scenarios for Vietnam to advance in AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026?

What are the scenarios for Vietnam to advance in AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026?

Vietnam are leading Group A of the U23 Asian Cup after beating Jordan and Kyrgyzstan, yet the Southeast Asian side still need to meet certain conditions when facing hosts Saudi Arabia next week to secure their place in the quarterfinals.
January 10, 2026 | 04:13 am PT
Two Vietnam players undergo doping tests after U23 Asian Cup victory over Kyrgyzstan

Two Vietnam players undergo doping tests after U23 Asian Cup victory over Kyrgyzstan

Two Vietnamese players were required to undergo doping tests following Vietnam's 2-1 triumph over Kyrgyzstan in their second Group A match at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.
January 10, 2026 | 12:32 am PT
Kyrgyzstan media warn their team ahead of match against Vietnam U23

Kyrgyzstan media warn their team ahead of match against Vietnam U23

Kyrgyzstan’s media have issued a series of notable assessments of Vietnam’s U23 football team ahead of a pivotal Group A match at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup, scheduled for Jan. 9 in Saudi Arabia.
January 9, 2026 | 02:00 am PT
Vietnam achieves historic milestone with victory over Jordan at U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam achieves historic milestone with victory over Jordan at U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam secured a 2-0 win against Jordan in their opening match of the U23 Asian Cup on Tuesday, marking the first victory at this level, after four previous attempts.
January 6, 2026 | 04:49 pm PT
Philippe Troussier's legacy continues to benefit Vietnam

Philippe Troussier's legacy continues to benefit Vietnam

Former national coach Philippe Troussier is credited for bringing talented players like Dinh Bac, Thai Son and Thanh Nhan to center stage, stars who helped Vietnam win the football gold at the recent SEA Games.
December 27, 2025 | 04:00 am PT
Joyful moments as Vietnam lift coach Kim Sang-sik after SEA Games 33 football final victory

Joyful moments as Vietnam lift coach Kim Sang-sik after SEA Games 33 football final victory

Following Vietnam’s jubilant victory over Thailand in the SEA Games 33 football final, players burst into playful celebrations, lifting coach Kim Sang-sik into the air.
December 18, 2025 | 11:42 pm PT
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