With goals from Ngoc My and Viktor Le, Vietnam U23 defeated Bangladesh U23 2-0, getting off to a good start in the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers. Despite securing all three points, the playing style of coach Kim Sang Sik's players revealed several issues that need improvement.

Midfielder Viktor Le frankly stated: “ Bangladesh is not easy to beat. They have fast, skillful wingers, and a very strong defense. Therefore, winning and keeping a clean sheet is a valuable result for us.”

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Viktor Lê sealed a 2-0 victory for Vietnam U23. Photo: Hai Hoang

The Vietnam U23 team faced many difficulties in the first half, but connected very well in the second half, especially in the last 15 minutes of the match. Combination plays on both flanks and creativity from the midfield created many opportunities. If we had taken our chances better, we could have scored more goals."

Regarding his opening goal in the Asian tournament, Viktor Le shared: " Before the match, I was a little nervous, but once I stepped onto the field, the feeling of confidence came faster. Scoring my first goal for the Vietnam U23 team was a special moment. I hope to celebrate many more times with my teammates. I also hope to play for the national team in the future."

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The Vietnam U23 team still has many areas to improve. Photo: Hai Hoang

From a different perspective, center-back Hieu Minh stated: " Coach Kim Sang Sik prepared very thoroughly before the match and affirmed that there were no easy opponents. The Vietnam U23 team played well, but still needs to improve in finishing. I think the team could have scored more goals."

After winning their opening match 2-0, the Vietnam U23 team will face Singapore U23 (September 6th) and Yemen U23 (September 9th). Coach Kim Sang Sik and his team aim for a clean sweep in Group C to qualify for the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Championship.

Watch live and in full Group C - 2026 AFC U23 Championship Qualifiers onFPT Play, at: http://fptplay.vn

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/viktor-le-noi-thang-ve-tran-thang-cua-u23-viet-nam-o-giai-chau-a-2439121.html