U22 Vietnam defeated U22 China 1-0, Asian fans praised

In the 81st minute, Minh Phuc fired the decisive shot, bringing a 1-0 victory for U22 Vietnam right on the field of U22 China at the CFA Team China – Panda Cup 2025 quadrangle tournament. An opening match in which coach Dinh Hong Vinh and his team not only got 3 points, but also received a lot of compliments from fans across Asia.

Key developments and match tempo

U22 Vietnam entered the game proactively, ready to respond when U22 China pressed forward. The game opened up, with many dangerous opportunities appearing for both teams, but the Southeast Asian representative was the team that took advantage of the decisive moment better, with Minh Phuc scoring in the 81st minute.

This victory brought U22 Vietnam up to second place, with 3 points like U22 Korea - the team that defeated U22 Uzbekistan 2-0 in the opening match.

Tactical angle through the lens of fans

Comments from the area clearly outline how U22 Vietnam operates: confident, cohesive and knowing how to strike at the right time.

• Confidence from the start:Ahmed Hussain (Iraq) said that U22 Vietnam "showed confidence from the first minutes", while the opponent "lacked decisiveness and prioritized defense".
• Clear technical identity:Thai fan Khem Choothai commented that Vietnam's playing style is "very clear, strong and somewhat similar to Korea's", emphasizing the stability when "they just won the AFF Cup".
• Operational cohesion:From Korea, Kim Hye Choi's account noted the "cohesion" of U22 Vietnam and predicted that the two teams will likely decide the championship in the final match.
• Confusing for the homeowner:Jambi PrelovedCorner (Indonesia) account described this as a match that "made the home team confused".

Voices from Asia after the opening match

The weight of the victory comes from a broader regional perspective, with many fans seeing it as a positive sign ahead of the four Panda Cup teams joining together at the AFC U23 Championship finals next year.

From Lebanon, Mohamed Ali praised Vietnam for its youth football development: “Vietnam is emerging as one of the best youth training countries in Asia. We respect that very much.”

On the other hand, a group of Chinese fans expressed disappointment. Yanyu Chenmichao wrote: “Many people said that Vietnam’s victory was a shock, but the fact that China defeated Vietnam was the surprise. Vietnam’s operation and technique are currently superior.”

Tournament Impact and Next Scene

With the first 3 points, U22 Vietnam temporarily ranked second in the group, equal with U22 Korea. The result of the remaining match (U22 Korea 2-0 U22 Uzbekistan) opened up a scenario of the championship race that is likely to be decided in the final round - in line with the prediction of Kim Hye Choi. On the continental level, the proactive performance at the Panda Cup is considered a positive step forward for the U23 Asia campaign next year.

Selected statistics

• Score: U22 China 0-1 U22 Vietnam
• Goal scorer: Minh Phuc 81'
• Temporary position: U22 Vietnam second, 3 points
• Remaining match: U22 Korea 2-0 U22 Uzbekistan

Quick Summary

The opening match at the Panda Cup 2025 is therefore not only an away win, but also an affirmation of competitive spirit: knowing how to be proactive under pressure, keeping the structure tight enough to wait for the moment and finishing at the right time.