Live broadcast of U23 Australia vs U23 Thailand

At 6:30 PM (Hanoi time), U23 Thailand will face U23 Australia in their opening match of Group D at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Championship.

The Australian U23 team poses a significant challenge for the Thai U23 team.

In this year's tournament, the Australian U23 team is a strong contender for the title. Conversely, the Thai U23 team starts from a very unstable position as they are in the process of rebuilding their squad. This contrast makes the clash in Group D predicted to favor the representative from Oceania.

Coach Tony Vidmar's team boasts an incredibly impressive form with a streak of 5 consecutive clean sheets. In the qualifiers, the strength of the "Young Kangaroos" was overwhelmingly demonstrated with 20 goals in just 3 matches. Their fast-paced, high-pressing style of play combined with superior physical fitness has made the Australian U23 team a formidable force in Group D.

Meanwhile, the Thai U23 team entered the tournament with many concerns. Their defeat in the SEA Games 33 final forced the team from the Land of Smiles to revamp their squad and playing style.

However, the Thai U23 team is still struggling to find consistency. They have only won 2 of their last 5 matches, and their defense has consistently shown weaknesses, conceding 6 goals.

In terms of personnel, the Australian U23 team brought their strongest squad to Saudi Arabia, with many players who shone in the qualifiers. Their ideal physique and excellent physical condition gave them a clear advantage in challenges. The Thai U23 team, on the other hand, was missing several key players who had just participated in the SEA Games, forcing them to rely on many young, inexperienced players.

The disparity in form, squad depth, and competitive spirit heavily tips the scales in favor of the Australian U23 team. With the advantage and the goal of securing all three points, the Oceania representatives are likely to dominate the game and achieve a convincing victory.

Source: https://znews.vn/truc-iep-u23-australia-vs-u23-thai-lan-post1618058.html