(Football Result) - Vietnam U17 showcased dominant power by beating Malaysia U17 3-0 in the championship game, securing their fourth ASEAN U17 title and marking a significant historical achievement.
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90+3': TIME UP!!!
Vietnam U17 secured a final victory with a 3-0 score against Malaysia U17, officially clinching the 2026 ASEAN U17 Championship title.
84': Very Unfortunate
Ngoc Son volleyed the ball from a favorable position inside the 16.5-meter area, but the shot went far wide of the Malaysian goal.
77': Not Successful
Tri Dung attempted a breakthrough and crossed the ball inside, but the play was unsuccessful as the Malaysia U17 defender timely intercepted.
60': Malaysia U17 Plays Rough
Aqif from Malaysia U17 made a dangerous tackle from behind against a Vietnam U17 player, but luckily received only a yellow card instead of a red.
55': GOOOO... 3-0 for Vietnam U17
Tri Dung intelligently broke through the offside trap before delivering a convenient cross for Van Duong to easily finish, raising the score to 3-0 for Vietnam U17.
SECOND HALF STARTS!!!
Malaysia U17 is the team to kick off.
END OF FIRST HALF
Vietnam U17 temporarily leads Malaysia U17 2-0
45+4': GOOOO... 2-0 for Vietnam U17
Nguyen Luc made a clever pass for Van Duong to break through and score with a left-footed shot into the Malaysian net.
36': Dominating the Game
Vietnam U17 is completely controlling the match, denying Malaysia U17 any chance to recover.
28': Not Successful
Vietnam U17 nearly doubled the lead when Nguyen Luc's header sent the ball dangerously, but goalkeeper Adam excellently reacted to block it timely.
24'}Malaysia U17 Counterattacks Dangerously
Malaysia U17 organized a fast counterattack, Yusuf shot from outside the penalty area beating goalkeeper Xuan Hoa, but the ball narrowly missed the post, allowing Vietnam U17 to escape defeat.
20': Opportunity!
From a cross on the right wing, captain Dang Khoa jumped high for a header that sent the ball over the Malaysian goal's crossbar.
11': GOOOO... 1-0 for Vietnam U17
From a corner kick created by Vietnam U17, Quy Vuong quickly seized the chance, delivering a decisive shot through several opposing players to score the opening goal.
6': Not a goal
Sy Bach broke through with great speed before shooting, hitting the post, very unfortunate.
1': FIRST HALF STARTS!!!
Vietnam U17 is the team to kick off first.
The final match between Vietnam U17 and Malaysia U17 in the 2026 ASEAN U17 Championship is predicted to be very tense, where mental strength and tactics play decisive roles. The journey to the final by Coach Cristiano Roland's team shows clear progress, especially as they confidently faced and overcame strong opponents like Australia U17.
The prominent strengths of Vietnam U17 lie in their resilient spirit and good adaptability. Even when facing disadvantages, the young players maintain calmness and know how to explode at the right moment. The semifinal against Australia U17 is a clear testament to that mentality. Besides spirit, the cohesive play, quick transitions, and timely brilliance of individuals like Le Sy Bach or Chu Ngoc Nguyen Luc also help the red-shirted team create a difference.
However, Malaysia U17 in the final will be a completely different opponent compared to their 0-4 loss in the group stage. After that defeat, they significantly improved their defensive system with reasonable personnel adjustments, helping the team keep a clean sheet in the last three matches. Additionally, Yusuf's presence brings speed and more diverse attacking options, making Malaysia's play more balanced.
In that context, Vietnam U17 cannot be complacent. Youth football always harbors many surprises, and past performance does not guarantee current results. To win the championship, the team needs to maintain focus, discipline, and the competitive spirit they have shown. If they can do that, Vietnam U17 has a full opportunity to claim the title, though it will undoubtedly be a challenging match.