Vietnam U17 secures a massive 10-0 victory over Timor-Leste, gaining a huge advantage ahead of Indonesia

Vietnam's U17 national team defeated Timor-Leste U17 with a score of 10-0 in their second match, thereby creating a significant advantage before facing host Indonesia.

Vietnam U17 delivered a dominant performance with a resounding 10-0 victory over Timor-Leste U17, thereby gaining a huge advantage before the final Group A match against host Indonesia.

Right after the opening whistle, Vietnam U17 quickly established a one-sided game. In the 5th minute, Nguyen Luc opened the scoring with a superb free kick from a narrow angle, sending the ball on a tricky trajectory that left the opposing goalkeeper helpless. The early goal helped the coach's students maintain continuous pressure on Timor-Leste's half.

In the 20th minute, Dai Nhan doubled the lead after a combination play on the left flank. Just 4 minutes later, Ngoc Son increased the score to 3-0 with a powerful strike. By the 31st minute, Nguyen Luc continued to shine with a classy free kick, completing a brace and helping Vietnam U17 end the first half with a safe advantage.

Entering the second half, the game situation did not change much. Timor-Leste had to push their formation forward to seek a consolation goal, but that repeatedly put their defense in a state of alarm. In the 61st minute, Tran Tri Dung - a substitute player - raised the score to 5-0.

From here, Vietnam U17 created a "goal rain." Van Duong consecutively made his mark with a hat-trick (minutes 68, 70, 80), and also assisted Duy Khang to score, raising the score to 7-0. Not to be outdone, Nguyen Luc also completed his own hat-trick in the 85th minute, closing a brilliant match day.

The 10-0 victory not only reflects the professional superiority of Vietnam U17 but also carries important significance in terms of auxiliary indicators. With the goal difference significantly improved, the coach and his team gained an additional advantage in the competition for the top spot in Group A.

In the final match, Vietnam U17 will face host Indonesia - an opponent also showing high form. Based on their performance, the red-shirted team has every reason to confidently enter the "final" match of the group, where the top spot and a ticket to the semifinals are likely to be decided.

90'+4: The match ends. Vietnam U17 10-0 Timor-Leste U17.

85': Nguyen Luc scores a hat-trick. 10-0 for Vietnam U17

After Van Duong, Nguyen Luc is the next to complete a hat-trick against Timor-Leste U17.

80': Van Duong scores a hat-trick

After dribbling past defenders, Van Duong confidently unleashed a beautiful inside-foot shot to raise the score to 9-0 for Vietnam.

70': 8-0 for Vietnam. Too dangerous

Another attacking situation from the left flank. Van Duong completes a brace for Vietnam U17.

69': 7-0 for Vietnam

Right after scoring, Van Duong again provided an assist for Duy Khang to raise the score to 7-0 for Vietnam U17.

Timor-Leste's decision to push forward exposed many gaps in their defense. And Vietnam's players capitalized well on these opportunities.

68': Van Duong scores

Van Duong unleashed a shot that touched an opponent's foot before going straight into the net.

61': 5-0 for Vietnam

Substitute player Tran Tri Dung just scored to raise the score to 5-0 after a classy pass from his teammate.

56': Dangerous

A Timor-Leste player just unleashed a very dangerous shot towards Xuan Hoa's goal but lacked a bit of accuracy. Early in the second half, Timor-Leste players pushed their formation very high hoping to find a goal.

37': Not successful

Anh Hao shot from the second line following a teammate's return pass, but the ball went a bit too high.

31': Nguyen Luc scores a brace

From a direct free kick, Nguyen Luc unleashed a right-footed inside-foot shot, sending the ball past the wall and straight into Timor-Leste's net.

24': 3-0 for Vietnam U17

Sy Bach executed a pass from the right flank, the ball went through two players' feet to Ngoc Son's position, before number 16 unleashed a powerful right-footed strike, raising the score to 3-0 for Vietnam.

20': 2-0 for Vietnam U17!!!!!

From a combination play on the left flank, Dai Nhan received the ball and gently tapped it into the net from close range, raising the score to 2-0 for the white-shirted team.

16': Offside

From a corner kick, Minh Cuong shot into Timor-Leste's net but this player was offside.

15': Vietnam U17 controls the game

Vietnam's U17 national team is dominating the game from the very first minutes.

9': Not successful

Vietnam U17 gets another corner kick. The ball is lofted inside but the final shot misses.

5': Goal!!!!!! Nguyen Luc creates a masterpiece

Chu Ngoc Nguyen Luc scores from a direct free kick from the sideline. The shot had a perfect trajectory, making Timor-Leste's goalkeeper unable to save it.

1': The match begins

Starting lineup for Vietnam U17

Timor-Leste U17 lineup

Vietnam U17 vs Timor-Leste U17: What time and where to watch live?

• Time: 15:30 today, April 16
• Competition: Group A, Southeast Asian U17 Championship 2026
• Venue: Gelora Joko Samudro, Indonesia
• Live on: TV360

Expected lineup for Vietnam U17 vs Timor-Leste U17

• Vietnam U17:Xuan Hoa, Xuan Toan, Manh Cuong, Viet Nam, Anh Hao, Minh Cuong, Nguyen Luc, Ngoc Son, Duy Khang, Dinh Vy, Quang Khoi.
• Timor-Leste U17: Jyveus Lay, Rutkowski, Nono, Anderson Braz, Quevin Ximenes, Germano, Turan, Jacos Maia, Braz, Florindo Magno, Bapista Anin.

Analysis of Vietnam U17 vs Timor-Leste U17: The next victory

Vietnam U17 had an impressively perfect start in Group A by defeating Malaysia U17 with a score of 4-0. This victory not only brought full 3 points but also helped coach Cristiano Roland's team gain a large advantage in goal difference - a very important factor in the race for a semifinal ticket.

In the next match, Vietnam U17 will face Timor-Leste U17, the team that just suffered a heavy 0-4 defeat against Indonesia U17. The disparity in level was partly shown in the opening match, as Vietnam U17 demonstrated uniformity in their playstyle, from solid defensive organization to diverse, effective attacking options. Conversely, Timor-Leste revealed many limitations, especially in the midfield area where they couldn't control the ball and often fell into a defensive stance.

Given the current force comparison and form, Vietnam U17 is rated as superior. A victory is an achievable target, but more important is how to win. Coach Cristiano Roland's squad is likely aiming for a wide margin victory to continue improving their goal difference.

This will be an important stepping stone before Vietnam U17 enters the decisive confrontation with Indonesia U17 in the final match. In the context where the two teams are seen as direct competitors for the top spot in the group, goal difference could play a key role. Therefore, a heavy victory over Timor-Leste will not only help Vietnam U17 consolidate their position but also create a significant advantage ahead of the "final" match of Group A.