Vietnam U17 defeated Cambodia U17 5-0 in a training match.
Vietnam U17 defeated Cambodia U17 5-0 in a training match at PVF, with five different players scoring. The two teams will face each other again on November 5th before finalizing the squad for the trip to Japan.
Vietnam U17 defeated Cambodia U17 5-0 in a training match held on the afternoon of November 3rd at the PVF Youth Football Training Center. The match was conducted according to official format with two halves, each 45 minutes long, and a maximum of six substitutions. Five different players scored, demonstrating the depth of their squad and the effectiveness of their play in both halves.
Match summary: 2 goals in the first half, 3 goals in the second half.
In the first half, Chu Ngoc Nguyen Luc and Nguyen Trong Dai Nhan scored, giving Vietnam U17 an early advantage. After the break, the home team maintained their tempo and scored three more goals through Nguyen Minh Thuy, Nguyen Van Duong, and Tran Manh Quan, sealing a 5-0 victory.
| Match | Goal scorer |
|---|---|
| First half | Chu Ngoc Nguyen Luc; Nguyen Trong Dai Nhan |
| Second half | Nguyen Minh Thuy; Nguyen Van Duong; Tran Manh Quan |
Tactical Corner: A Test of the Official Format and 6 Substitutions
Both teams agreed to play according to international standards: 2 x 45 minutes, with a maximum of 6 substitutions. For the Vietnam U17 team, this was an opportunity to simulate real-world intensity, test tactical execution, and assess the adaptability of each position under limited substitution conditions. A dual objective was achieved: familiarizing themselves with the international match rhythm and optimizing team formation within a tight substitution framework.
- The official format helps maintain the structure of the match and tactical discipline.
- The substitution limit forces the coaching staff to carefully consider the allocation of energy and the role of each player.
- The fact that five different players scored shows the dispersion of goals within the team.
Selective statistics
- Vietnam U17 secured a 5-0 victory in their sixth training match of the current training camp.
- For the first time in this tournament, the Vietnam U17 team will face an international opponent.
- Five different players scored, evenly distributed between the two halves (2 goals in the first half, 3 goals in the second).
- Matches will be played at the PVF Youth Football Training Center, following a format of 2 halves of 45 minutes each, with a maximum of 6 substitutions.
Impact: Confidence before a pivotal stage
The 5-0 result helped the Vietnam U17 team build confidence and provided more practical data for the coaching staff to review personnel and make detailed tactical adjustments before entering the next stage of preparation for the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Qualifiers.
Upcoming plans and timelines
- On the morning of November 5th, Vietnam U17 will face Cambodia U17 again.
- Following the rematch: Coach Cristiano Roland finalized the list of 26 players participating in the training camp in Japan.
- November 5-15: Training in Japan, with three friendly matches scheduled by the Japan Football Association.
- November 16th: The team returns home to finalize their preparations.
- November 22-30, 2025: The 2026 AFC U17 Asian Championship qualifiers will be held in Hanoi and Hung Yen.
Building on their victory against U17 Cambodia and a packed preparation schedule, the Vietnam U17 team is on the right track: increasing match experience, maintaining intensity, and gradually perfecting their playing structure for the 2026 U17 Asian Championship Qualifiers.
