Live broadcast of U23 South Korea vs U23 Vietnam: The final battle

(NLDO) - The third-place match between Vietnam U23 and South Korea U23 at 10 PM tonight (January 23) will conclude the journey of both teams in the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Championship.

The Vietnam U23 team will conclude their journey at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Championship with a third-place match against South Korea U23, facing several disadvantages. The biggest challenge lies in the defense, with key central defenders Hieu Minh (injured) and Ly Duc (suspended) absent, forcing coach Kim Sang-sik to reshuffle the defensive line that had maintained stability throughout the tournament. Furthermore, many players' fitness has declined after a demanding schedule, while they only have two days to recover.

In contrast, the South Korean U23 team has a nearly full squad, with superior physique and stamina. The East Asian team controls the game well, passes accurately, but lacks sharpness in finishing and doesn't have individuals capable of creating breakthroughs. Their defense also shows weaknesses, having conceded 6 goals in 5 matches.

In a disadvantageous situation, the sensible option for the Vietnam U23 team is to play defensively and counter-attack, maintaining a tight formation and waiting for the opponent's mistakes. When the pressure to achieve results is gone, the "Golden Star Warriors" can enter the game with a relaxed mindset to look for opportunities to create surprises.

Nevertheless, South Korea will be determined to regain its position and salvage the honor of being a continental "giant," while coach Kim Sang-sik and his team are also eager to prove themselves on the Asian stage.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/truc-tiep-u23-han-quoc-u23-viet-nam-tran-chien-cuoi-cung-196260123201444824.htm