Where can I watch the 2026 AFC U23 Championship qualifiers live?

Updated links to watch the live matches of Vietnam U23 at the 2026 AFC U23 Championship qualifiers.

Where to watch Vietnam U23 live during the 2026 AFC U23 Championship qualifiers?

• Time:From September 3rd to September 9th.
• Venue: Viet Tri Stadium, Phu Tho.
• Live on:VTV.
• Live link: Updated shortly before each match.

Vietnam Television (VTV) will broadcast all 12 matches of Group C in the 2026 AFC U23 Championship qualifiers live. VTV announced that the 12 matches of Group C are expected to be aired live on channels VTV5, VTV7, and VTV Can Tho.

The 2026 AFC U23 Championship qualifiers feature 44 teams divided into 11 groups, each consisting of 4 teams, competing in a single round-robin format at centralized venues. With only three matches, teams must maximize their chances to secure a spot in the final tournament in Saudi Arabia in 2026.

In Group C, Vietnam U23 will face Yemen U23, Singapore U23, and Bangladesh U23. Compared to many other groups, this is considered a favorable group since the opponents are rated lower than Vietnam. Meanwhile, the host Saudi Arabia does not participate in the qualifiers as they have a direct entry to the final tournament.

According to AFC’s schedule, Group C will take place at Viet Tri Stadium (Phu Tho) from September 3rd to 9th, 2025. Playing at home provides Vietnam U23 with many advantages, including familiarity with the pitch, weather conditions, and fan support.

The reigning champion, Japan U23, is predicted to remain a strong contender for the title next year. With a short timeline of just over one week, this year’s qualifiers promise intense competition and serve as an important preparation step ahead of the 2026 AFC U23 Championship finals.

Where to watch live other groups of the 2026 AFC U23 Championship qualifiers?

The 2026 AFC U23 Championship qualifiers consist of 11 groups, each with 4 national U23 teams competing. A unique feature of the qualifiers is that each group has a designated host countrywhich is responsible for hosting all matches in that group. Therefore, each group’s matches will be broadcast live on the host nation’s national television channels. We will update live streaming links for our readers.

In each group, teams play a single round-robin to earn points. After the matches conclude, the 11 group winners will qualify directly for the final tournament. Additionally, to maintain competitiveness, the 4 best runners-up will also be selected to advance.

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