Saudi arabia: U23 Vietnam will face U23 Republic of Korea in the third-place playoff of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup, following a 0-3 defeat to U23 China in the semifinals at the Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the match against U23 China saw Vietnam struggle to gain control, resulting in a decisive loss. This outcome has set up the upcoming contest with the Republic of Korea, determining the third-place position in the tournament. The match is anticipated to be a significant event for both teams as they vie for a podium finish.