Updated live streaming link for the 2026 Southeast Asia U17 Championship final between Vietnam U17 and Malaysia U17, taking place at 7:30 PM on April 24.
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The 2026 Southeast Asia U17 Championship semifinal between Vietnam U17 and Malaysia U17 will take place at 7:30 PM on April 24 and be broadcast live on the TV360 platform. The tournament final will be a rematch, as Vietnam U17 previously defeated this opponent 4-0 in the group stage. If victorious, Vietnam U17 will become the most frequent champion of the tournament with four titles.
In addition to following the live broadcast on television, we will also continuously update the latest developments of this exciting matchup for fans.
Vietnam U17 enters the 2026 Southeast Asia U17 Championship final against Malaysia U17 with an upper-hand position following an impressive 4-0 victory over this same opponent in the group stage. Coach Cristiano Roland's team recently staged a 2-1 comeback against reigning champion Australia U17 in the semifinal, extending their unbeaten streak and demonstrating resilience at the most crucial moment. The final takes place at 7:30 PM on April 24 and is considered a major opportunity for Vietnam U17 to claim their fourth championship.
Vietnam U17's greatest strength lies in their balance between attack and defense. Coach Roland's team plays with discipline, transitions quickly, and possesses a very solid defense. After 15 consecutive unbeaten matches, Vietnam U17 has scored 56 goals while conceding only 4. Their competitive spirit is also a significant asset, as the young players have shown tenacity against strong opponents like Australia or Japan at the continental level.
However, Malaysia U17 is certainly not an opponent to be defeated easily for the second time. After the heavy defeat in their opening match, they have undergone significant changes, successively overcoming Indonesia, Timor Leste, and Laos to reach the final. Coach Shukor Adan has built a style focused on disciplined defense and quick counterattacks, while emphasizing the non-quitting spirit of his players following the shock against Vietnam.
Overall, Vietnam U17 is still rated slightly superior due to squad quality, stable form, and psychological advantage from the group stage victory. However, the nature of a final match is always very different, and Malaysia will play much more cautiously. If they maintain focus and capitalize on opportunities well, Vietnam U17 has a high probability of securing victory with a minimal margin, thereby becoming the most frequent Southeast Asia U17 champion in history.