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Vietnam U23 vs Uzbekistan U23 Preview and Betting Tips - White Wolves to Maintain Perfect Asian Games Record

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Last updated: Mon 21 Sep 2026 10:31
Uzbekistan U23 face Vietnam U23 in their last Group C football match at the 2026 Asian Games, having already secured qualification to the knockout stage. Uzbekistan have been dominant throughout the competition and remain unbeaten in four past meetings with Vietnam. Vietnam, while still capable of qualifying, have shown inconsistency despite their recent win over the Philippines. Team news suggests minimal changes, with Uzbekistan missing Fayzullaev due to suspension. The preview suggests Uzbekistan are favorites given their form and head-to-head advantage.
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  • Uzbekistan U23 are undefeated against Vietnam U23 and have already qualified for the knockouts.
  • Vietnam need to avoid defeat to continue in the tournament but have struggled with form.
  • Uzbekistan remain favorites despite being without suspended player Fayzullaev.
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Players of Uzbekistan line up for team photo (Getty Images)

Vietnam U23 vs Uzbekistan U23 Asian Games Preview


Uzbekistan are aiming to maintain their perfect record in Group C of the football event at the 2026 Asian Games when they face Vietnam in their final fixture. 

The White Wolves have been almost unstoppable in the competition and should be too strong for Vietnam.

Key Stats


  • Uzbekistan U23 have won three of their last four matches in all competitions.
  • Uzbekistan U23 are unbeaten in four previous matches against Vietnam U23. 
  • Vietnam U23 are winless in four of their last five matches in all competitions. 

Uzbekistan on Top


Uzbekistan have a solid record in this fixture and are unbeaten in the last four matches against Vietnam. The most recent meeting was an AFC Asian U23 Cup clash in 2024, which ended 3-0 in favour of the. White Wolves. 

Vietnam Still Alive

 
Vietnam come into this clash off the back of a 2-0 victory over the Philippines in their previous fixture. They found their rhythm after the break, with goals from Nguyen Thanh Nhan and Nguyen Le Phat earning them all three points.

That result means Vietnam are unbeaten in the tournament, having played out a 1-1 draw with Kuwait in their opening fixture. Kim Sang-sik’s team are still in the mix and can qualify for the knockout stage if they avoid defeat on Tuesday.

While the victory over the Philippines was a timely return to winning ways, Vietnam’s overall form has been a bit unconvincing. They have failed to win their previous six matches, stretching back to before the tournament. 

Smooth Sailing for Uzbekistan 


Uzbekistan are coming off a 2-0 victory over Kuwait in their previous Group C fixture. A first-half brace from Sardorbek Bakhromov was enough to give them the win.
 
The result maintained Uzbekistan’s perfect record in the competition, having begun their campaign with a 5-1 victory over Uzbekistan. Ravshan Khaydarov’s team are already through to the knockout phase but will be keen to maintain their momentum. 

Uzbekistan's showings at the Asian Games are a carry-over from their overall form lately. They have won three of their last four matches in all competitions.

Team News & Predicted Line-ups 


Vietnam (4-1-4-1): Cao Van Binh; Pham Minh Phuc, Pham Ly Duc, Duc Anh Nguyen, Phi Hoang Nguyen; Le Nguyen Hoang; Nguyen Thanh Nhan, Nguyen Xuan Bac, Quoc Nguyen Thai, Nguyen Ngoc My; Nguyen Quoc Viet.

Vietnam are unlikely to make changes to the team that claimed the win last time out. Nguyen Thanh Nhan should continue in midfield after scoring against the Philippines, while Pham Ly Duc is expected to feature at the back. 

Uzbekistan (4-3-1-2): Samandar Muratbaev; Giyosdzhon Rizakulov, Dilshod Abdullaev, Saidkhon Khamidov, Dilshod Murtozoev; Azizbek Tulkunbekov, Sardorbek Bakhromov, Ravshan Khayrullaev; Asilbek Jumaev; Saidumarkhon Saidnurullaev, Mukhammadali Urinboev.

Uzbekistan will be without Ruziboy Fayzullaev, who is suspended following a red card last time out. Abdullaev should earn a start on Tuesday, while Bakhromov is set to retain his place in the team after netting a brace against Kuwait. 

Verdict

Uzbekistan have been solid lately and are playing with confidence at the moment. 

They also have a good record in this fixture and should get the better of Vietnam, who have not been at their best lately.

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Worked as a sports anchor on radio between 2007 and 2012 before switching to television. Tolu was the lead presenter for the Italian Serie A, English Premier League and German Bundesliga on satellite television in Africa and joined SuperSport in 2017. He began writing for freetips.com in 2018 and has a deep knowledge of the African leagues as well as Europe's top 5 leagues including the UEFA Champions League and Europa League. Favourite Sports: Football addict with interests in boxing and tennis.

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