Thai fans are buzzing after Vietnam's 5-0 thrashing

Beating Myanmar's U19 5-0 helped Vietnam's U19 team leave a significant mark at the 2026 ASEAN U19 Championship, and they received many compliments and wary attention from Thai fans.

The convincing 5-0 win over U19 Myanmar not only brought U19 Vietnam closer to a semi-final spot in the 2026 ASEAN U19 Championship but also sparked lively discussions among Thai football fans.

On regional forums and football websites, many Thai fans highly praised the performance of coach Yutaka Ikeuchi's team. They believe that U19 Vietnam is showing clear progress and could become one of the strong contenders for this year's title.

A Thai fan admitted: “U19 Vietnam is playing very well. If Thailand meets them in the semifinal or final, it will definitely be an extremely difficult match.”

Another fan commented: “Vietnam is getting stronger in youth tournaments. They are well-organized and know how to seize opportunities. I don't want Thailand to face them too early.”

Meanwhile, another opinion expressed caution: “After the first two matches, U19 Vietnam shows they are championship contenders. If they reach the final and face Thailand, it will be a big challenge for us.”

Another fan also praised the squad of coach Yutaka Ikeuchi: “Indonesia is a formidable opponent, but Vietnam is also very strong. If they maintain this form, it is entirely possible for them to reach the final.”

Positive reactions from Thai supporters appeared after U19 Vietnam displayed a dominant performance against U19 Myanmar. Coach Yutaka Ikeuchi's team completely controlled the game, constantly applied pressure and scored up to 5 goals to end the match with a convincing victory. This result helped U19 Vietnam maintain their perfect record and become one of the bright candidates for a semifinal spot in the tournament.

With 6 points after two matches, U19 Vietnam holds a big advantage in the race for a semifinal berth. The match against hosts Indonesia in the final round is seen as a showdown for the top spot in Group A, and also an opportunity for coach Yutaka Ikeuchi's team to assert their status as one of the most promising youth teams in Southeast Asia today.