U23 Vietnam competes in U23 Southeast Asian tournament in Indonesia

In the history of the tournament's 4 times being held, the Vietnam U23 team is the most successful team with two consecutive championships.

U23 Vietnam won the 2023 Southeast Asian U23 Championship

In 2022, despite the serious impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, U23 Vietnam under the leadership of coach Dinh The Nam played bravely and excellently defeated Thailand 1-0 in the final to win the championship.

A year later, at the 2023 tournament, the red team led by coach Hoang Anh Tuan continued to affirm their position when they successfully defended their championship title after a thrilling victory over Indonesia on penalties.

Looking forward to the 2025 Southeast Asian U23 tournament as well as two key goals this year, the 2026 Asian U23 qualifiers and the 33rd SEA Games, the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) has proactively developed a very early preparation plan for the national U23.

From 2024 to present, U23 Vietnam has had many training sessions coinciding with FIFA Days with the national team, and has also participated in two international friendly tournaments U22 CFA Team China 2024 and 2025 with the participation of many quality opponents.

In addition, VFF and head coach Kim Sang-sik have created conditions for young players with potential to compete and gain experience early on, in which some excellent players have also been tested at the national team level and left their mark at the ASEAN Cup 2024.

With proactive and methodical preparation and a young but potential force, U23 Vietnam continues to show great determination in the journey to defend the throne at the regional U23 arena.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/u23-viet-nam-thi-dau-giai-u23-dong-nam-a-tai-indonesia-20250418084206047.htm