U17 Vietnam record convincing 5-0 victory over U17 Cheonan FC in second training match in Korea

In the first half, Vietnam U17 made a confident start, taking the initiative in both attack and defence. Their efforts paid off in the 40th minute when Truong Nguyen Duy Khang played a well-timed through ball for Tran Manh Quan, who broke through and finished to give Vietnam a 1-0 lead.

Vietnam U17 continued to dominate after the break and created several notable opportunities. In the 55th minute, Ta Dinh Phong was fouled inside the penalty area, earning a penalty for Vietnam. Tran Manh Quan converted from the spot to double the lead.

In the 75th minute, Chu Ngoc Nguyen Luc scored directly from a free kick to make it 3-0. Seven minutes later, Tran Ngoc Son delivered a cross for Le Trong Dai Nhan to head home and extend the advantage to 4-0. In the 87th minute, Chu Ngoc Nguyen Luc again made his mark, providing a well-placed pass for Le Trong Dai Nhan to break through and score, sealing a convincing 5-0 victory for Vietnam U17.

In addition to the positive result, the match provided another opportunity for head coach Cristiano Roland to test different personnel options and assess how effectively the team could implement its playing style. The coaching staff gave almost all players the opportunity to take part, with nearly the entire squad having featured by around the 70th minute.

The training matches against local opponents in Korea play an important role in Vietnam U17’s preparations for the FIFA U17 World Cup 2026. They allow the coaching staff to assess individual players, make tactical adjustments and strengthen team cohesion. They also provide players with valuable match experience and help them continue developing ahead of the global competition.

Following the training camp in Korea, Vietnam U17 will continue their preparations in the UAE from 6 November before travelling to Qatar for the FIFA U17 World Cup 2026.