Vietnam's U23 national team clinched third place in the U23 Asia 2026 tournament following a dramatic penalty shootout victory over South Korea. The match concluded with a 2-2 draw in regular time before Vietnam prevailed 7-6 in the penalty shootout.

Under the guidance of coach Kim Sang-sik, the team demonstrated remarkable resilience throughout the contest. Their resolve was particularly evident after forward Nguyen Dinh Bac received a red card, forcing Vietnam to play a significant portion of the match with only 10 men. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the Vietnamese squad maintained their competitive spirit, ultimately securing a hard-fought win.