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AFC U23 Asian Cup
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H2H
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Vietnam U23
United Arab Emirates U23
Attacks
224
237
Dangerous Attacks
127
119
Ball Possession
51
49
On Target
5
3
Off Target
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3026
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121′
V.Le
T.Nguyễn
120′
Yousif Ahmed
117′
P.Nguyen
T.Nguyen
106′
M.Zaal
105′
H.Shehab
R.Akonnor
101′
3-2
M.Pham
100′
M.Zamah
M.Saleh
End 2-2
90′
M.Al Kas
J.Ndiaye
90′
E.K.Z.B.A.Harasi
A.Almemari
77′
A.Vo
L.Nguyen
77′
T.Nguyen
Nguyen Ngoc My
74′
A.Yadoo
K.Al Mansoori
68′
2-2
M.Menhali
Assist: R.Akonnor
64′
H.Abbas
A.Abbas
62′
2-1
Đ.Nguyễn
Assist: M.Pham
45′
Q.Nguyen Thai
X.Nguyen
Halftime 1-1
42′
1-1
J.Ndiaye
39′
1-0
L.Nguyen
Assist: Đ.Nguyễn
35′
Đ.Nguyễn
V.Le
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Match Info
Vietnam U23 and United Arab Emirates U23 shared the spoils in a thrilling 2-2 draw in the AFC U23 Asian Cup on January 16, 2026. The Group B opener was an end-to-end encounter that provided plenty of drama and showcased the attacking intent of both sides. Vietnam took a surprise early lead, but the UAE responded with two quick goals to turn the game around before halftime. The second half saw Vietnam push forward relentlessly, and their pressure paid off with a deserved equalizer midway through the period. Both teams had chances to win it in a frantic finale, with the woodwork being struck at both ends. The result leaves the group delicately poised, with both teams earning a valuable point. The Vietnamese manager praised his team's never-say-die attitude, while the UAE coach acknowledged his side's inability to hold onto their lead. It was a match that underlined the competitive nature of the tournament's group stage.