Chinese football fans are excited about the possibility of a rematch against Vietnam U23

The news that China U23 may face Vietnam U23 again has stirred up Chinese social media, sparking a mix of confident, cautious, and diverse opinions.

With the possibility of China U23 meeting Vietnam U23 again during the FIFA Days at the end of March, Chinese football fans quickly reacted enthusiastically on social platforms, showing clear interest and varying perspectives on this potential encounter.

According to Chinese media, especially Sina Sports, China U23 is planning a four-team friendly tournament in Xi’an to prepare for the 2026 ASIAD. Vietnam U23 is considered one of the likely invited opponents, particularly since the two teams recently met in the U23 Asian Championship semifinals, where China won 3-0.

As soon as this news broke, many Chinese fans left comments expressing their excitement. One user remarked: “Old rivals gathering again, Thailand and Vietnam both coming for friendlies”, reflecting hopes for a tournament that truly tests the strength of the young national team.

However, there are also cautious comments related to the venue and match context. Another opinion stated: “Chinese football returns to the ‘lucky ground’ Xi’an, holding a four-team tournament in March to test against Vietnam”. This shows that Chinese supporters value the home advantage of Xi’an, which has brought good fortune to their youth teams recently.

From these reactions, it is clear that the potential rematch between China U23 and Vietnam U23 carries not only sporting significance but also draws special attention from fans. For Chinese supporters, it is a chance to reaffirm their standing after being Asia’s runner-up; for Vietnam, even if fielding a younger squad, the match remains an opportunity to prove their mettle against a familiar regional rival.