Vietnam: Vietnam's U23 team beat U23 Kyrgyzstan 2-1 in their second match in Group A within the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup finals on January 8 at King Abdullah Sports City Hall in Saudi Arabia. With the first win of 2-0 over Jordan on January 6, Vietnam earned six points to take a berth in the knock-out round.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the victory against Kyrgyzstan marked Vietnam's continued success in the tournament, building on their earlier win against Jordan. This performance has secured their position in the next stage of the competition, demonstrating their strong standing in Group A.

The match saw Vietnam taking the lead with a strategic game plan. The team's ability to maintain their advantage over Kyrgyzstan throughout the game ensured their progression in the tournament, contributing to their growing reputation on the international stage.