Vietnam determined to beat Australia in U17 Asian Cup quarters
Vietnam aims to repeat its victory over Australia in the AFC Asian U17 Cup quarterfinals on May 17, seeking to advance further after securing their first-ever World Cup spot. The team, led by President Tran Quoc Tuan, has praised its resilience, including a 3-2 comeback against the UAE, and warned that Australia’s strong physique and tactical discipline pose significant challenges.
Vietnam will face Australia in the quarterfinals of the AFC Asian U17 Cup on May 17, aiming to replicate their previous win and maintain momentum after qualifying for the tournament’s knockout stage for the first time. The team topped Group C with two wins and one loss, surpassing powerhouse South Korea and earning a historic berth in the upcoming FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar. Vietnam Football Federation President Tran Quoc Tuan commended the players’ bravery and spirit, highlighting their 3-2 comeback against the UAE in the final group match. He emphasized the team’s growth from early mistakes and urged them to stay focused for the upcoming quarterfinal. Midfielder Nguyen Minh Thuy echoed this sentiment, acknowledging the long road ahead despite their recent success. Australia, ranked second in Group D, will bring a strong physical presence and modern playing style to the match, held at King Abdullah Sports City Pitch A in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The Socceroos’ coach, Thomas Carl Veart, has reinforced the squad with European-based players like goalkeeper Charlie Wilson-Papps and forward Gabriel Lombardi. This will be Vietnam’s second meeting with Australia in a month, having defeated them 2-1 in the Southeast Asian championship semifinals before winning the title with a 3-0 victory over Malaysia. The quarterfinal match begins at 8 p.m. local time and will be broadcast live on TV360. Vietnam’s historic qualification has drawn praise across Southeast Asia, with commentators in Thailand and Indonesia highlighting the team’s achievement as a source of regional pride.
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