On September 21, 2026, the Vietnamese women's volleyball team suffered a 0-3 defeat to Indonesia in their classification match for the 5th to 8th places at ASIAD 20. The match concluded with Indonesia winning the third set 25-18, securing their spot in the 5th place match, while Vietnam will now compete for 7th place.

The match saw Indonesia take the lead early in the first set, finishing it at 25-20. Despite some strong moments from Vietnam, including powerful spikes from Thanh Thúy, they struggled with consistency and errors, particularly in their serve reception and blocking.

In the second set, Vietnam managed to tie the score at 19-19 but ultimately lost 25-21, as they continued to face difficulties in their gameplay. The third set mirrored the previous sets, with Indonesia maintaining a steady lead and closing the match decisively.

Coach Nguyễn Tuấn Kiệt acknowledged the challenges faced by his team, particularly the physical toll of competing in multiple matches over a short period. He expressed hope that the players would give their best effort in the remaining matches, even though they could no longer compete for a top-four finish like they did in ASIAD 19.

This defeat marks a setback for the Vietnamese team, who had previously shown promise in earlier tournaments against Indonesia, including a recent victory at the AVC Women's Cup. The upcoming match for 7th place will be crucial for the team to salvage their performance in this year's ASIAD.