Asian U17 Cup Rankings 2026: Vietnam Second in Group C

The young "Golden Stars" of Vietnam's U17 squad are facing a critical juncture in the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup qualifiers. After a hard-fought match that saw them concede late goals, the team suffered a disappointing 1-4 defeat against a formidable South Korean side. This result, while a setback, has placed Vietnam in a precarious but not insurmountable position within Group C. Currently, they sit second in the standings, level on points with Yemen but ahead due to a superior head-to-head record from their opening fixture, where Vietnam secured a narrow 1-0 victory.

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U17 Việt Nam dù có bàn thắng mở tỉ số từ sớm, nhưng lại gục ngã ở những phút cuối trận để rồi chịu thất bại đầy đáng tiếc.

South Korea now leads the group with four points, while Vietnam and Yemen both have three. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) languishes at the bottom with just one point. The path to the knockout stage, and crucially, a ticket to the U17 World Cup 2026, hinges on the outcome of Vietnam's final group game against the UAE. A victory in this match would not only guarantee their progression to the quarter-finals but also keep their World Cup aspirations alive. This scenario underscores the high stakes involved, where a single match can determine the trajectory of these young athletes' careers.

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U17 Việt Nam và U17 Yemen cùng có 3 điểm, nhưng đoàn quân HLV Cristiano Roland xếp trên đối thủ do hơn thành tích đối đầu trực tiếp (thắng 1-0 ở trận ra quân).

From a Vietnamese perspective, this tournament represents more than just a qualification campaign; it's a vital platform for developing future talent for the national team. The AFC U17 Asian Cup, held in Saudi Arabia, initially featured 16 teams but was reduced to 15 following North Korea's withdrawal. The format dictates that the top two teams from each group advance to the quarter-finals, with a potential additional spot for the third-best team if hosts Qatar reach the knockout stage. The resilience shown by the U17 team, despite the loss to South Korea, reflects the fighting spirit ingrained in Vietnamese sports. Their focus now shifts entirely to the crucial encounter with the UAE, where they must deliver a performance worthy of their ambitions.

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“Những chiến binh sao vàng” sẽ chạm trán UAE ở lượt trận cuối, trong khi Hàn Quốc chạm trán Yemen.