Awarding the Vietnam U23 National Team

At the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, the Vietnam U23 team demonstrated strong resilience, never giving up, unity, and delivered passionate matches for domestic football fans. The Bronze Medal achievement is not only a deserved result of the team and coaching staff’s relentless efforts but also helps affirm the rising stature of Vietnamese football on the continental stage.

Speaking at the ceremony, Nguyen Van Phu, Secretary General of the Vietnam Football Federation, emphasized: The Bronze Medal at the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 is the outcome of serious preparation, courageous spirit, and team unity. The U23 players showed bravery, aspiration, determination to overcome challenges, and full dedication to the national colors. This is not only a pride for Vietnamese football but also a positive inspiration for the country’s youth, confirming the right direction in youth football training and development. Yamaha’s support is not only a timely encouragement for the team but also helps promote social responsibility and sustainable development of Vietnamese football.

“Today’s award ceremony is a well-deserved recognition of the team’s efforts and also serves as motivation for the Vietnam U23 team to keep striving, training, and growing stronger in the future journey. The Vietnam Football Federation commits to continuing to provide the best conditions for young players to develop comprehensively and be ready to pursue higher goals,” added Mr. Nguyen Van Phu.

Sharing in the joy of the Vietnam U23 team’s victory, Yamaha Motor Vietnam Company presented 23 PG1 motorcycles to the 23 players and one NMAX motorcycle to the U23 team’s head coach Kim Sang Sik as a congratulatory gift for the team’s success. The total value of the gifts exceeded 870 million VND.