The Asian Football Confederation believes Vietnam U17 will do everything possible to defeat Australia in the quarterfinals of the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 and continue its historic journey in the tournament.

From underdogs to history-makers, Vietnam U17 have captured national attention with a remarkable World Cup run.

Vietnam U17 produced a historic comeback victory over UAE, fighting from behind to win 3-2 and secure the nation’s first-ever place at the FIFA U17 World Cup.

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Justice on May 13 presented the State President’s decisions granting Vietnamese citizenship to two Vietnamese-origin footballers who are currently playing for the Ho Chi Minh City Police Football Club.

U17 Vietnam head into their decisive Group C clash against U17 UAE knowing that history is now within touching distance.

U17 Vietnam still hold their fate in their own hands as they head into a decisive Group C showdown against U17 UAE at the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026.

Vietnam U17 still has a clear opportunity to qualify for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup despite suffering a 1-4 defeat to South Korea U17 in the second round of Group C at the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup.

Vietnam U17 defeated Yemen 1-0 to make a dream start at the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 and revive hopes of reaching the World Cup.

A new wave of young talent and naturalized players is reshaping the national team, forcing tough choices ahead of a packed schedule.

Vietnam’s U17 team have identified their most important match at the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026, with the clear objective of securing a place at the World Cup.

For their significant contributions to Vietnamese football, head coach Kim Sang Sik and three Korean assistants have been awarded the Prime Minister’s commendation.

Vietnam’s U17 team stands on the brink of a major opportunity to qualify for the U17 World Cup. However, the players under coach Roland will need to maintain composure at the AFC U17 Asian Cup finals.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on April 29 met and congratulated Vietnam’s national U17 men’s football team after they secured the gold medal at the 2026 ASEAN U-17 Boys' Championship in Indonesia.

Coach Kim Sang Sik currently has at his disposal a remarkably strong attacking lineup for the Vietnam national team. Yet, that strength does not automatically guarantee a solution to the long-standing challenge of scoring goals.

Vietnam’s national team are facing a wave of squad challenges ahead of the ASEAN Cup. With no perfect solution in sight, head coach Kim Sang Sik is left with little choice but to adapt and navigate adversity.

Under the guidance of Cristiano Roland, Vietnam U17 national football team heads into the 2026 AFC U17 finals with confidence, determined to secure a place at the World Cup.

The Southeast Asian title has opened up great expectations for U17 Vietnam, but the journey toward the U17 World Cup will ultimately define the ambition of coach Roland and his players.

U17 Vietnam arrived home on the evening of April 26 following their Southeast Asian championship victory, greeted warmly by fans at the airport.

Vietnam U17 did not just secure the Southeast Asian championship in convincing fashion - they also sent a clear message: this is only the beginning of a much bigger dream.

Vietnam U17 not only claimed the 2026 Southeast Asian U17 Championship but also walked away with multiple individual honors.