U.22 Vietnam match schedule today: Surprise against 'rock' Uzbekistan?

In the first match on March 20, U.22 Vietnam had a commendable performance against the strong U.22 Korea team. Although being underestimated, the team led by coach Dinh Hong Vinh played confidently, scoring the opening goal in the 53rd minute by striker Nguyen Thanh Nhan. Unfortunately, U.22 Vietnam lost the victory when U.22 Korea players equalized 1-1 in the 90+1 minute.

In the second match today (March 23), U.22 Vietnam is expected to face more difficulties when facing the "rock" U.22 Uzbekistan. This match will take place at 6:35 p.m., at the Yancheng Olympic Sports Center (China).

U.22 Uzbekistan is considered stronger than U.22 Korea at the CFA China Team 2025 tournament.

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In this tournament, U.22 Uzbekistan is rated higher than U.22 Korea. The Central Asian representative brought a force of players who are the pillars of the U.23 team. Some players in the U.22 Uzbekistan team have even played for the national team. In the opening match, U.22 Uzbekistan was held to a 0-0 draw by U.22 China.

At the CFA Team China 2024 tournament, U.22 Vietnam also faced U.22 Uzbekistan. At that time, the "golden star team" lost with a score of 0-2. Notably, players such as Thanh Nhan, Quoc Viet, goalkeeper Cao Van Binh... and acting head coach of U.22 Vietnam Dinh Hong Vinh all participated in the match against U.22 Uzbekistan in 2024.

Match schedule of U.22 Vietnam

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Before the match with U.22 Uzbekistan, coach Dinh Hong Vinh assessed that this is an opponent with a very disciplined physique, physical strength and playing style. To prepare for this match, the coaching staff and players will adjust their tactics appropriately and prepare mentally. "Meeting U.22 Uzbekistan is a difficult match. However, this is also an opportunity for U.22 Vietnam to continue to assert themselves and test new tactical options," said coach Dinh Hong Vinh.