Live broadcast of China U23 vs North Korea U23 football match, 6:35 PM today, March 28

(Live football) - Host China U23 aims for its first victory when facing North Korea U23 in the CFA Team China – Xi'an 2026 tournament.

When does the live China U23 vs North Korea U23 match take place?

• Match time:6:35 PM, March 28, 2026
• Venue:Xi'an, China
• Competition:CFA Team China – Xi'an 2026 friendly tournament
• Watch link:Watch the live match here

Notable information before the China U23 vs North Korea U23 match

In the CFA Team China 2026 friendly tournament, both opening round matches ended with draws. Vietnam U23 shared points with North Korea U23, while China U23 also failed to secure a win against Thailand U23, creating a balanced start for the tournament.

China U23's 2-2 draw against Thailand U23 left the home fans disappointed. As the reigning Asian U23 runner-up, this team was expected to win easily. However, missing numerous opportunities and defensive errors cost them two regrettable conceded goals.

In the other match, North Korea U23 displayed an annoying style of play against Vietnam U23. This team continuously pressed, applied pressure, and maintained their characteristic discipline, thereby creating an evenly matched situation and causing difficulties for the opponent in executing their game plan.

Heading into the next round, China U23 is expected to improve cohesion, especially as the current squad has many changes compared to the Asian U23 tournament due to the absence of key players. Meanwhile, North Korea U23, after a positive warm-up, is also ready to pose a significant challenge, promising to deliver a noteworthy match alongside the host to conclude the tournament in Xin'an.

Expected lineup for China U23 vs North Korea U23

China U23:Yu Jinyong, He Yiran, Yang Haoyu, Peng Xiao, Xiang Yuwang, Bao Shimeng, Zhang Yuanhui, Bao Shengxin, Wang Shiqin, Chen Zeshi, Wang Bohao.

North Korea U23:Kim Ryong Ik, Ri Won Gwang, Ri Il Song, Choe Ryong Il, Kim Kwon Song, Ryang Kwang Myong, Ra Myong Song, Kim Yu Song, Choe Kuk, Kim Song Hye, Jong Hwi Nam.

Link to watch live Vietnam U23 vs Thailand U23, 2:00 PM today, March 28

Thai young star determined to win against Vietnam U23