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Vietnam edge Yemen to qualify for 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup

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(GLO)- Vietnam’s U23 team booked their place at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory over Yemen in their final Group C qualifier in Phu Tho Province on Tuesday.

Forward Nguyen Thanh Nhan scored the game’s only goal in the 70th minute at Viet Tri Stadium, finishing from inside the box after a quick one-two with a teammate.

Vietnam’s U23 players celebrate after scoring the winning goal against Yemen to qualify for the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup at Viet Tri Stadium, Phu Tho Province, northern Vietnam, September 9, 2025. Photo: Ngoc Le/tuoitrenews

Vietnam entered the match needing only a draw to advance, but secured all three points to top the group with nine points from three matches.

Head coach Kim Sang Sik surprised many by making several unexpected changes to his starting lineup and substituting early in the first half in response to a sluggish opening.

Vietnam (in red) and Yemen players in action during their AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifying match at Viet Tri Stadium, Phu Tho Province, northern Vietnam, September 9, 2025. Photo: Ngoc Le/tuoitrenews

Yemen pushed for an equalizer and created a number of chances, including a dangerous header in stoppage time by Ali Al Dugin that was denied by goalkeeper Quan Van Chuan.

The 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup finals are scheduled to take place in January.

(Source: Tuoi Tre News)

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