### Vietnam's Historic Triumph: U23 Team Advances to Quarterfinals of Asian Cup Vietnam's U23 football team has made history by advancing to the quarterfinals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 as the Group A leader. This achievement follows a series of impressive performances, culminating in a decisive 1-0 victory over the host nation, Saudi Arabia, which not only secured Vietnam's top position in the group but also eliminated Saudi Arabia from the tournament [https://e.vnexpress.net/report/football/vietnam-eliminate-hosts-saudi-arabia-from-u23-asian-cup-with-1-0-victory-5004856.html]. The victory marks Vietnam's first perfect group-stage run in the tournament's history, setting several national milestones along the way [https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/football/vietnam-records-first-perfect-group-stage-run-at-asian-championship-5001765.html]. ### Breakdown of Vietnam's Journey in the U23 Asian Cup 1. **Group Stage Performance** - Vietnam opened their campaign with a 2-0 victory against Jordan, marking their first win at this level after four previous attempts [https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/football/vietnam-achieves-historic-milestone-with-victory-over-jordan-at-u23-asian-cup-5002639.html]. - They followed this with a 2-1 win over Kyrgyzstan, which put them in a strong position to qualify for the quarterfinals [https://e.vnexpress.net/report/football/vietnam-beat-kyrgyzstan-2-1-in-second-game-of-u23-asian-cup-5003939.html]. - The final match against Saudi Arabia was crucial, and Vietnam's 1-0 victory solidified their status as group leaders [https://e.vnexpress.net/report/football/vietnam-eliminate-hosts-saudi-arabia-from-u23-asian-cup-with-1-0-victory-5004856.html]. 2. **Impact on Other Teams** - U23 Jordan expressed gratitude towards Vietnam for their victory over Saudi Arabia, which allowed Jordan to also secure a place in the quarterfinals [https://en.sggp.org.vn/u23-jordan-expresses-thankfulness-to-victory-of-u23-vietnam-post123183.html]. - The win not only benefited Vietnam but also had a ripple effect on the standings of other teams in Group A [https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/football/jordan-thank-vietnam-after-reaching-u23-asian-cup-quarterfinals-5005175.html]. 3. **Media Recognition** - Regional media outlets have praised Vietnam's performance, highlighting the significance of their perfect record in the group stage as a breakthrough for Southeast Asian football [https://media-praise-vietnam-s-historic-breakthrough-for-southeast-asian-football-at-u23-asian-cup-5005226.html]. - The achievement has sparked admiration and envy from neighboring countries, showcasing Vietnam's rising competitiveness on the continental stage [https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/football/indonesian-media-express-envy-and-admiration-following-vietnam-s-victory-over-jordan-in-u23-asian-cup-5002892.html]. ### Key Statistics and Milestones - **Group Stage Results:** - Vietnam vs. Jordan: 2-0 [https://e.vnexpress.net/report/football/vietnam-open-u23-asian-cup-with-2-0-win-over-jordan-5002558.html] - Vietnam vs. Kyrgyzstan: 2-1 [https://e.vnexpress.net/report/football/vietnam-beat-kyrgyzstan-2-1-in-second-game-of-u23-asian-cup-5003939.html] - Vietnam vs. Saudi Arabia: 1-0 [https://e.vnexpress.net/report/football/vietnam-eliminate-hosts-saudi-arabia-from-u23-asian-cup-with-1-0-victory-5004856.html] - **Milestones Achieved:** - First perfect group-stage run in U23 Asian Cup history [https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/football/vietnam-records-first-perfect-group-stage-run-at-asian-championship-5001765.html]. - Secured a place in the quarterfinals as Group A leaders [https://en.vietnamplus.vn/vietnam-advance-to-u23-asian-cup-quarterfinals-as-group-a-leader-post335835.vnp]. ### Conclusion: A New Era for Vietnamese Football **Vietnam's U23 team has not only advanced to the quarterfinals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup but has also set a new standard for Southeast Asian football.** Their journey through the group stage has been marked by resilience and skill, culminating in a historic achievement that will be remembered for years to come. 1. **Historic Performance:** Vietnam's perfect record in the group stage is a significant milestone [https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/football/vietnam-records-first-perfect-group-stage-run-at-asian-championship-5001765.html]. 2. **Impact on Regional Football:** Their success has garnered attention and admiration from regional media, highlighting the growth of football in Southeast Asia [https://media-praise-vietnam-s-historic-breakthrough-for-southeast-asian-football-at-u23-asian-cup-5005226.html]. 3. **Next Steps:** Vietnam will face either the United Arab Emirates or Syria in the quarterfinals, with high hopes of continuing their impressive run [https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/football/who-will-vietnam-face-in-the-quarterfinals-of-u23-asian-cup-5004956.html].