Vietnam U19 Faces Myanmar in AFF Championship Clash
Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Vietnam's U19 team will play against Myanmar in the AFF U19 Championship on June 4.
- Both Vietnam and Indonesia lead Group A with three points each after winning their opening matches 3-0.
- Vietnam aims for a win against Myanmar to prepare for a decisive match against hosts Indonesia.
The Vietnam U19 team is set to face Myanmar in their second group stage match of the AFF U19 Championship 2026. The game is scheduled for 4:00 PM on June 4, with live broadcasts available on TV360. Tuแปi Trแบป Online will also provide live updates starting from 3:00 PM.
Following identical 3-0 victories in their opening fixtures, both Vietnam and Indonesia currently share the top position in Group A with three points each. The Vietnamese squad, nicknamed the "Golden Stars," is determined to secure a full three points against Myanmar. This victory would boost their confidence heading into the final group match against the host nation, Indonesia.
Coach Yutaka Ikeuchi's players are cautioned against complacency, recalling a 1-1 draw against Myanmar in the group stage of the 2024 U19 Southeast Asian Championship. To advance further in the tournament, Vietnam must avoid mistakes against Myanmar. The AFF U19 Championship 2026 features 11 teams competing in Indonesia from June 1 to June 14. Group A comprises Vietnam, Indonesia, Timor-Leste, and Myanmar.
Originally published by Tuแปi Trแบป in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.