Fans celebrated all night in Ho Chi Minh City as Vietnam U23 team advanced to the semi-finals.

Thousands of football fans in Ho Chi Minh City poured into the streets, celebrating until dawn, after the historic victory that propelled the Vietnam U23 team into the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Championship.

In the early hours of January 17th, after the Vietnam U23 team defeated the UAE U23 team 3-2 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Asian Championship, crowds flocked to Nguyen Hue pedestrian street and other central streets of Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate.

In the celebratory atmosphere, fans carrying red and yellow star flags poured into the streets, accompanied by the incessant sounds of horns and drums. "This chaotic scene unfolded right in the city center at 3 am, it's unbelievable," said Huy Khang (in the white shirt).

An enthusiastic celebration by a fan climbing a tree and waving a flag vigorously to the crowd.

The group of young people erupted in joy at the Vietnamese team's victory. Coach Kim Sang-sik and his players delivered a thrilling match for the fans, with many heart-stopping moments throughout the 120 minutes.

Fans used pot lids and ladles as makeshift "musical instruments," creating a lively atmosphere amidst the celebratory street scene at night.

Robert (a British tourist) was excited to experience the Vietnamese culture of drinking and watching football with his friends. "Vietnamese people love football, and the cheering atmosphere is everywhere, with fans holding flags," he said.

The fans were ready for a night of unexpected celebrations, delighted to be immersed in a sea of ​​people as joyful as the Lunar New Year. One young man held up a flip-flop to cheer and liven up the atmosphere.

Late into the night, the celebratory atmosphere of the victory still resonated on many streets in Ho Chi Minh City.

Excited fans took photos together, preserving memories of this unforgettable moment of victory.

The chants of "Vietnam champions!" and the celebratory moments have become unforgettable memories for the fans.

Groups of vehicles, adorned with red flags and yellow stars, accompanied by horns and drums, gathered in front of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee building. The atmosphere only gradually calmed down around 4 a.m.

Source: https://znews.vn/cdv-di-bao-xuyen-dem-o-tphcm-khi-u23-viet-nam-vao-ban-ket-post1620438.html