Vietnam's third U23 Southeast Asian title reflects coach Kim Sang-sik's meticulous preparation, tactical approach, and shrewd decision-making in crucial moments.
Coach Kim Sang-sik fell to the ground while celebrating with the Vietnamese players after their victory against Thailand in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship final.
Coach Kim Sang-sik prepares to address the press after Vietnam's victory in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, on the evening of 29/7.
Forward Jens Raven, who has scored 7 goals, appeared in the training session on the afternoon of 28/7, but his availability for the 2025 AFF U23 Championship final against Vietnam remains uncertain.
An unexpected guest appeared on the stadium roof overlooking Vietnam's training session on Friday, 28/7, the day before the 2025 AFF U23 Championship final.
Center-back Kadek Arel expressed pride in reaching two consecutive Southeast Asian youth finals and believes Indonesia will soon become the region's top team.
Coach Thawatchai Damrong-Ongtrakul congratulated Indonesia on their victory and expressed some regret over Thailand's missed opportunities in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship semi-final.
Coach Thawatchai Damrong-Ongtrakul admitted Thailand hadn't played well in the group stage, but believes things will be different against Indonesia in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship semi-final.
Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) chairman Erick Thohir says Indonesian strikers need to improve their finishing at the 2025 AFF U23 Championship.
Indonesia secured a 1-0 victory against the Philippines on the evening of 18/7, thanks to an own goal, bringing them closer to a semifinal spot in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship.
