After the initial draw against North Korea U23, Vietnam U23 proceeds to the second match of the CFA Team China – Xi'an 2026 friendly event, competing against Thailand U23 at 14:00 on March 28.
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| Date | Time | Match | Live Broadcast |
| 03/28 | 14:00 | Vietnam U23 vs Thailand U23 | Updating |
The 1-1 draw against North Korea U23 in the opening match provided many positive signals for Vietnam U23. Under the guidance of interim coach Đinh Hồng Vinh, the team demonstrated good competitive spirit, adhered to tactics, and did not shy away from physical challenges against an opponent considered a "miniature national team." Although there are still limitations to address, especially in maintaining game control in the second half, this performance is sufficient to build confidence for the upcoming challenge.
In the second round, Vietnam U23 will meet their long-standing rival Thailand U23, an opponent that always brings highly competitive encounters in the region. This is not only a professional match but also a clear measure of the actual capabilities of coach Đinh Hồng Vinh and his team. In the context of Thai football showing signs of stagnation at the national team level, their U23 generation is eager to prove themselves and assert their position.
Regarding Thailand U23, the draw against China U23 indicates they are a team with good speed and fairly effective offensive organization. The 5-3-2 formation operated efficiently in the first half, with quick combinations and sharp exploitation of space. However, the weaknesses of this team also emerged in the second half: loss of concentration, fitness issues, and particularly personnel losses in defense caused them to lose control of the match.
This is precisely the opportunity for Vietnam U23 to exploit. If they maintain discipline, improve their ability to control the tempo, and effectively utilize transition situations, the red-shirted team can certainly make a difference. The upcoming match promises to be intense, where composure and stability will determine the final outcome.