After a 2-2 draw through 120 minutes, Vietnam’s U23s edged out South Korea 7-6 in penalties to take home the bronze medal.

South Korea’s U23 team may not be at full strength this year, but they still pose several tactical challenges that U23 Vietnam must solve in order to clinch third place at the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026.

Coach Kim Sang Sik rallies his players after a tough semifinal loss as U23 Vietnam braces for one last fight in the AFC U23 Asian Cup.

As U23 Vietnam prepares for the third-place match of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup at 10 p.m. on January 23, there are valid reasons to believe in a positive outcome against South Korea.

While U23 Vietnam fell short of the final, their spirited journey has captured the admiration of fans across the region, who now hope to see them bounce back in style.

After a 0-3 loss to China, Vietnam's historic unbeaten run ends, setting up a third-place clash with U23 South Korea.

Just hours before kickoff in the U23 Asian Cup semifinals, the AFC shared an emotionally charged message that resonated deeply with Vietnamese fans - offering not just encouragement, but a sense of national unity behind U23 Vietnam.

FIFA’s latest global rankings reflect a slight slip for Vietnam’s national football team, a direct consequence of their recent inactivity - but with a clear opportunity for change on the horizon.

With fierce determination and tactical focus, U23 Vietnam prepare to face China’s impenetrable defense for a shot at the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 final.

U23 Vietnam’s dramatic 3-2 win over UAE in the AFC U23 Championship 2026 quarterfinals has sent shockwaves across Asia, with widespread praise pouring in from regional media, international football organizations, and Southeast Asian fans alike.

After Thailand’s shock elimination from the U23 Asian Cup, fans across Southeast Asia are rallying behind Vietnam's undefeated squad.

U23 Vietnam’s undefeated group stage campaign earns rare praise from AFC, regional rivals and even FIFA.

Vietnamese football fans were left jubilant after the U23 team topped Group A with a perfect record to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.

Ahead of their decisive group-stage clash with hosts Saudi Arabia, the Asian Football Confederation has singled out midfielder Nguyen Thai Son as a player capable of shaping Vietnam U23’s fate at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.

A dramatic late goal sealed Vietnam’s second win in Group A, placing them one step away from a place in the last eight.

Vietnam’s biggest football stars will reunite in Hanoi on January 10 to welcome back the ASEAN Club Championship trophy and meet local fans in a special showcase event.

Coach Kim Sang Sik believes his black shirt brings luck - and his results with Vietnam U23 seem to back that up.

Iranian referee Heidari Payam, known for his strict style, will lead the officiating team for U23 Vietnam’s second match at the AFC U23 Asian Cup.

U23 Vietnam defeats Jordan 2-0 in their AFC U23 Asian Cup opener with a standout tactical performance.

The 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup is more than a youth tournament-it’s a silent test of progress between Vietnam and Thailand.