Live football U23 China vs U23 Vietnam: Starting lineup announced

(Live football) - U23 Vietnam no longer has a chance to compete for the CFA Team China - Xi'an 2026 championship, but U23 China still retains full opportunity in this match.

Starting lineup

U23 Vietnam: Van Binh - Bao Long, Nguyen Hoang, Quoc Anh - Long Vu, Cong Phuong, Quang Vinh, Quoc Toan - Van Thuan, Minh Tam, Nguyen Vadim

Where to watch U23 Vietnam vs U23 China live?

• Match time:18:35 on January 31, 2026
• Venue:Xi'an, China
• Competition: CFA Team China - Xi'an 2026
• Live broadcast channel: Watch live here

Analysis U23 Vietnam vs U23 China: The first victory

After the first two matches, U23 Vietnam has only earned 1 point and has officially lost the chance to compete for the championship. Meanwhile, U23 China with 2 points still hopes to climb to the top position if they win in the next match. Even though they cannot claim the title, the match against U23 China remains significant for U23 Vietnam. This is seen as an opportunity for the coaching staff to continue evaluating the capabilities and competitive spirit of the young players.

In the upcoming match, U23 Vietnam is still expected to make a difference thanks to their solid technical foundation and flexible coordination. If they improve their effectiveness in final situations, the Southeast Asian representative can definitely aim for a positive result.

On the other side, U23 China has home advantage and clearer objectives as they still have a chance to compete for the top spot. This team possesses good physical conditioning and a style leaning towards strength and contention. However, similar to U23 Vietnam, their offensive line has not yet shown the necessary sharpness, with limited scoring efficiency.

Regarding the tactical setup, this is predicted to be a closely contested match where U23 Vietnam actively controls possession and builds from the back, while U23 China focuses on defense and seeks counter-attacking opportunities. The difference in the match could come from the ability to capitalize on chances as well as individual standout moments. Even without championship aspirations, U23 Vietnam still has the capability to create a balanced match against the home team.

Expected lineup for U23 Vietnam vs U23 China

• U23 China:Yu Jinyong, He Yiran, Peng Xiao, Yang Haoyu, Bao Shengxin, Wang Shiqin, Chen Zeshi, Wang Zhang Yuanhui, Bao Shimeng, Bohao, Xiang Yuwang,
• U23 Vietnam:Dinh Hai, Quang Kiet, Nguyen Hoang, Bao Long, Ba Dat, Quang Huy, Cong Phuong, Long Vu, Van Thuan, Thang Long, Quoc Anh.