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.

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.

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

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

The U23 Asian Cup kicks off today in Saudi Arabia, and Vietnam’s young squad carries hopes of a breakthrough.

Familiarity may become a disadvantage as U23 Vietnam enters the AFC U23 Championship 2026 with high expectations and little room for surprise.

U23 Vietnam will usher in what is expected to be an ambitious and high-stakes 2026 for Vietnamese football, with heavy expectations placed on head coach Kim Sang Sik and his squad.

U23 Vietnam, under coach Kim Sang Sik, has every reason to believe it can recreate the magic of Chuangzhou at the upcoming AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.

Coach Kim Sang Sik has shown a deft touch in rotating his squad. But behind the early success, there’s a gap U23 Vietnam must fill to truly compete at the 2026 AFC U23 Championship.

Although 2025 has been a year of remarkable achievements, experts are still waiting for coach Kim Sang Sik to leave a real tactical mark with Vietnam’s U23 team at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.

U23 Vietnam have departed for Qatar to begin their training camp in preparation for the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, with a clear goal of advancing deep into the tournament.

The race for a place in Vietnam’s U22 squad for the 33rd SEA Games is more intense than ever, as head coach Kim Sang Sik oversees a roster packed with depth, experience, and ambition.