VTV5 will broadcast live the U23 Thailand vs Australia football match on January 8, 2026.

Link to watch the live stream of U23 Thailand vs U23 Australia

The match between U23 Thailand and U23 Australia, taking place at 6:30 PM today, January 8, 2026, will be broadcast live on TV360, the unit that owns the broadcasting rights for the 2026 AFC U23 Championship. VTV will also broadcast this match live on VTV5.

VTV5:https://vtvgo.vn/channel/vtv5-1,5.html

Live coverage of the U23 Thailand 1-2 U23 Australia match.

90'+ – Time's up

The match has ended. Thailand U23 were unable to pull off an upset and accepted a 1-2 defeat against Australia U23.

90' – Added time

The second half had 5 minutes of added time.

81' – Blocked just in time

Macallister calmly controlled the ball, beating James in the penalty area before preparing to shoot, but Inaram intervened in time, saving Thailand U23 from danger.

78' – Dangerous crosses

Pruetong delivered a tricky bouncing cross into the penalty area, but no U23 Thailand player was able to get to it in time to finish.

67' – Missed opportunity

Jovanovic made an effort to dribble the ball into the penalty area before passing it back to Alagich, but his subsequent shot went straight to goalkeeper Boonloet.

62' – Collision in the penalty area

Goalkeeper Hall collided with James inside the penalty area. Following this incident, the referee awarded Australia U23 a free kick.

59' – Header lacks danger

Taking advantage of a high ball, Thiangkham found a favorable position to head the ball, but the shot was weak and posed no difficulty for goalkeeper Hall.

48' – Failed passing combination

Alagich played a delicate pass into the penalty area, but in his attempt to return it, Hammond inadvertently misjudged his teammate, causing the opportunity to be wasted.

46' – Start of the second half

Australia U23 kicks off.

45' – End of the first half

The first half had 4 minutes of added time, but there were no dangerous scoring opportunities.

41' – A regrettable missed opportunity

Phochai combined well with Sanron on the right wing before crossing the ball to the far post, but Saelao, in a favorable position, shot wide from close range.

38' – The post denies a goal

Thiangkham made a speedy breakthrough down the left wing and unleashed a daring shot from a tight angle, but the ball only hit the post of the Australian U23 goal.

35' – Boonloet makes an excellent save

Hammond played a well-placed through ball for Jovanovic to break free and face the goalkeeper, but Boonloet reacted quickly and successfully blocked the shot.

30' – Australia comes from behind

Goal! Macallister skillfully turned the ball and unleashed a beautiful curling shot into the far corner of the net. Despite diving at full stretch, goalkeeper Boonloet couldn't stop it. The score is 2-1 for Australia U23.

29' – Equalizing from the penalty spot

Goal! From the penalty spot, Alagich accurately struck the ball, beating goalkeeper Boonloet to equalize the score 1-1 for Australia U23.

27' – Penalty for U23 Australia

Dukuly was fouled by Sienkrthok. After consulting VAR, the referee determined that the incident occurred inside the penalty area and awarded Australia U23 a penalty.

22' – Boonloet makes another save

Macallister unleashed a powerful long-range shot, forcing goalkeeper Boonloet to make a diving save.

18' – The shot wasn't difficult enough.

Macallister played a one-two with Alagich before unleashing a long-range shot, but the ball went straight to goalkeeper Boonloet.

9' – Direct red card

Maneekorn made a dangerous tackle on Valadon. After reviewing VAR, the referee decided to send off the Thailand U23 player.

8' – Goal from a corner kick

Boonlha took a shot from the corner kick, the ball deflected off an Australian U23 player's foot and flew straight into the net.

4' – Australia launches an early attack

Dukuly raced down the left wing to deliver a cross, but goalkeeper Boonloet proactively rushed out to catch it cleanly.

0' – The match begins

Thailand U23 kicked off first.

Thailand U23 vs Australia U23 lineup

U23 Australia: Hall, Simmons, Rawlins, Bovalina, Paull, Valadon, Hammond, Dukuly, Alagich, Jovanovic, Macallister

U23 Thailand: Boonloet, Noiwong, James, Maneekorn, Sienkrthok, Inaram, Phochai, Sanron, Buakhai, Boonlha, Saelao

Match preview: Thailand U23 vs Australia U23

Australia U23 entered the 2026 AFC U23 Championship as a title contender after winning all their qualifying matches, scoring 20 goals and keeping a clean sheet.

Facing a U23 Thailand team currently undergoing a rebuilding phase, coach Tony Vidmar's side is considered superior in terms of physique, stamina, and pressing intensity. Thailand's unstable defense (conceding 6 goals in their last 5 matches) will struggle to withstand the constant pressure.

Tactical hotspots: Thailand U23 vs Australia U23

Australia's high-pressure pressing vs. Thailand's low defensive block: Australia often stifles their build-up play, forcing their opponents to clear the ball early.

Australia's two wingers: Speed ​​and early crosses into the space behind Thailand's full-backs are their main attacking threat.

Midfield battle: Australia's midfield trio dominates physically; Thailand needs to maintain their positions and minimize turnovers in the half-space.

Set-piece situation: Australia has an aerial advantage; Thailand needs tight man-marking at corner kicks/crosses.

Predicted score:Australia U23 3–1 Thailand U23