VTV5, VTV6 live football today 25/3. Live broadcast of the match between U23 Vietnam and U23 North Korea at the CFA Team China 2026 friendly tournament.
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| Date | Time | Match | Channel |
| 25/3 | 14:00 | U23 Vietnam vs U23 North Korea | Here |
| 18:35 | U23 China vs U23 Thailand | Here |
The opening match of U23 Vietnam against U23 North Korea at the CFA Team China 2026 tournament is not only a friendly encounter but also marks the beginning of the rebuilding process for the youth team. With head coach Kim Sang-sik busy with national team duties, assistant coach Dinh Hong Vinh continues to lead the team, with the main goal being to test the lineup and evaluate personnel.
U23 Vietnam participates in the tournament with a relatively young squad, many players born in the 2005–2007 period such as Pham Dinh Hai or Nguyen Cong Phuong. This is seen as an important opportunity for the coaching staff to assess the team, aiming for long-term goals like the 2026 Asian Games. On the other side, U23 North Korea remains faithful to a disciplined, physically strong, and high-pressing style of play.
Considering the match situation, U23 Vietnam may have a slight edge in ball control, but will face significant pressure from the opponent's powerful style of play. Given the experimental nature of the lineup, it is likely both teams will start cautiously, prioritizing solidity in defense. Therefore, the match is predicted to be tight, with few clear opportunities and unlikely to produce many goals.
U23 China is missing several key players who participated in the AFC U-23 Asian Cup due to their call-up to the national team. This reduces the strength of the host team, but simultaneously opens up opportunities for young and reserve players to showcase their abilities. These new elements are expected to seize this chance to impress the coaching staff.
On the opposite side, U23 Thailand faces a similar situation with many key players absent due to national team commitments. However, the coaching staff of the Thai team does not prioritize results. Instead, the main objective is to help players gain experience and test the lineup.