The match between U23 Vietnam and U23 Yemen is considered the "final" of Group C. The winning team will directly qualify for the 2026 AFC U23 Championship. Before the match, U23 Yemen striker Abdo Al Wami was very confident, he said: " U23 Vietnam is a very strong opponent. However, with determination and great effort, we believe we will win all 3 points."

Al Wami was the hero of U23 Yemen in the 1-0 victory over Bangladesh on September 6. He is one of the strikers who can cause danger to the defense of U23 Vietnam.

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U23 Yemen aims to win 3 points against U23 Vietnam.

Meanwhile, coach Al Sunaini affirmed: “U23 Yemen entered the match against U23 Vietnam with the ambition to win. We need 3 points to take the top spot, so we will play with the highest spirit.”

Regarding the home team, captain Khuat Van Khang commented: "U23 Yemen is a good team and has 2 wins like U23 Vietnam. We watch Yemen's matches, but I will not reveal the tactical issues. Yemen has many strengths, plays confidently and holds the ball well. U23 Vietnam focuses on their team first to play well before thinking about the opponent.

We always aim to win against any opponent. Moreover, playing at home, the team must try to play well to give the fans a gift, as well as to get full points in the qualifying round."

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Khuat Van Khang believes in the victory of U23 Vietnam. Photo: Anh Duc

Regarding the finishing limitations of U23 Vietnam, Khuat Van Khang said: " Coach Kim Sang Sik gave a lot of instructions and made adjustments to the team. Regarding finishing ability, I see that U23 Vietnam tried very hard to score. But everyone also saw that there were situations where the opposing team's goalkeeper played very well, or was unlucky when the ball hit the post or crossbar."

The match between U23 Vietnam and U23 Yemen will kick off at 7:00 p.m. on September 9 at Viet Tri Stadium, Phu Tho .

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