Thailand U23 was held to a surprising 0-0 draw by Myanmar U23 in their AFF U23 Youth Championship group stage match on July 22, 2025. This match result was a setback for tournament favorites Thailand, who failed to break down a stubborn Myanmar defense. The match process saw Thailand dominate possession and create several chances, but they were met with outstanding goalkeeping and last-ditch defending. Myanmar offered a threat on the counter-attack, with one key moment seeing them hit the post in the second half. The focus point was Myanmar's disciplined tactical setup, which successfully frustrated the Thai attackers throughout the ninety minutes. The draw meant Thailand dropped two valuable points in the group standings, while Myanmar earned a commendable point that boosted their qualification hopes. The Thai coach expressed frustration at his team's lack of cutting edge in the final third.