Indonesian fans: 'Vietnam, just wait, the top spot is ours!'

With both teams winning 3-0 in the first round, Vietnam U19 and Indonesia U19 are staging a thrilling race in Group A, as Indonesian fans have promptly announced their claim to the top position.

The opening matchday of Group A at the 2026 ASEAN U19 Championship in Medan concluded with an incredibly dramatic scenario, as the two regional football powers are locked in a tight battle at the top of the standings.

Vietnam U19 temporarily leads the group after a resounding 3-0 victory over Timor-Leste U19 thanks to a superb hat-trick by striker Hoang Cong Hau in the 2nd, 83rd, and 90th minutes.

Immediately after, the host team Indonesia U19 also did not want to be outdone by showcasing their strength with a similar 3-0 win over Myanmar U19. Both teams secured three points and share a goal difference of +3, turning Group A into an intense two-horse race between these historic rivals.

As the tournament format only allows the three group winners and the best runner-up to advance to the semifinals, the goal difference battle is considered extremely crucial. This very fact leads many Indonesian fans to believe that their team can certainly overtake Vietnam U19 in the upcoming rounds.

On regional football forums, many comments from Indonesian fans quickly attracted attention. "Group A is much more exciting than expected. Indonesia and Vietnam seem to be competing for every goal to win the top spot."

Another account confidently stated: "Vietnam won 3-0, Indonesia also won 3-0. But I believe Indonesia will score more goals in the remaining two matches and finish the group stage in first place."

Many fans from the archipelago also directly looked ahead to the clash between the two teams on June 7. "The Indonesia vs Vietnam match will be like an early final of the tournament. I believe we will win to take the top spot."

Another comment wrote: "Vietnam U19 is very strong, but Indonesia plays at home. That will be a big advantage for us to overcome them."

Even someone asserted: "If both teams beat Myanmar, the final match will decide everything. I predict Indonesia will beat Vietnam and top the group."

However, many Indonesian fans also show respect for the team of coach Yutaka Ikeuchi. "Hoang Cong Hau is a very watchable player. Vietnam U19 is one of the title contenders this year."

With what has happened after the first round, Group A is becoming the focus of the tournament. Both Vietnam U19 and Indonesia U19 have shown great ambition and possess outstanding individuals.

If they continue to maintain their current form, the clash between the two teams on June 7 promises to be the decisive match for the top spot, and could directly affect the journey to win the 2026 ASEAN U19 Championship.