U23 Vietnam Kicks Off ASIAD 20 Against Kuwait
U23 Vietnam is set to begin their ASIAD 20 campaign with a match against U23 Kuwait on September 15.
U23 Vietnam is set to begin their journey at the ASIAD 2026 with a match against U23 Kuwait on September 15, 2026. The game will take place at 17:00 local time at the Nagoya City Minato Soccer Stadium in Japan.
Competing in Group C, U23 Vietnam will also face U23 Philippines and U23 Uzbekistan in their group stage matches. The team's coach, Dinh Hong Vinh, is focused on securing one of the top two spots in the group to advance to the quarterfinals.
Match Schedule
- September 15: U23 Vietnam vs. U23 Kuwait at 17:00
- September 18: U23 Philippines vs. U23 Vietnam at 13:30
- September 22: U23 Vietnam vs. U23 Uzbekistan at 12:00
The outcome of these three matches will be pivotal for U23 Vietnam's chances of progressing in the tournament. The top two teams from each group will move on to the knockout stage, which begins on September 25. The semi-finals are scheduled for September 30, followed by the bronze medal match and the final on October 3.
With a tight schedule over eight days, U23 Vietnam will need to manage their squad effectively, especially considering the final group match against Uzbekistan may hold significant implications for their advancement.
