AFC announces hot news: Vietnam U23 will play the opening match of the 2026 Asian Cup against Jordan

The King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium in Jeddah will host the opening match of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup, featuring the Group A clash between Vietnam U23 and Jordan U23 at 18:30 (Vietnam time) on January 6, 2026,

All attention will focus on Saudi Arabia over the coming week as the AFC U23 Asian Cup officially begins in the cities of Jeddah and Riyadh.

The best young talents across Asia are prepared to demonstrate they can advance to the next level in their careers at the seventh edition of the tournament, held from January 6 to 24.