Vietnam U17 face strong opposition in final training match in Korea
According to the original schedule, Vietnam U17 were due to play a training match against Korea U17 on the afternoon of 28 October, bringing their training camp in Korea to a close. However, as the host team had yet to assemble its full squad, Shinpyeong FC were arranged as replacement opponents. The high-achieving high school team boasts a number of promising players.
Founded in 1988, Shinpyeong have developed into one of South Korea’s notable high school football teams. In 2026, the team won the National High School Football Spring Championship, further establishing its reputation in national-level competitions.
The team’s quality is also reflected in several outstanding players who have developed at or are currently part of its squad. One notable name is midfielder Yoon Hee-seo, born in 2008, whose signing for Japanese club Urawa Red Diamonds for the 2027 season has been confirmed. This represents significant recognition of the midfielder’s ability, having developed in the South Korean high school football system.
In attack, Baek Geon, a forward born in 2009, is another player to watch. He was part of the Shinpyeong squad that won the national-level competition and received an attacking player award at the 2026 National High School Football Spring Championship.
Another notable player is An Ju-wan, born in 2009, who currently plays for Seoul E-Land FC and previously represented Shinpyeong. In 2026, An Ju-wan achieved a series of milestones at a young age in the K League and received the Star Award in the football category at the 2026 Future Star Awards.
The team’s achievements and the progress of its standout players demonstrate that Shinpyeong are a quality opponent. The match will therefore provide Vietnam U17 with another opportunity to test their tactical execution, assess the squad and fine-tune their preparations for the FIFA U17 World Cup 2026 in Qatar.
The match between Vietnam U17 and Shinpyeong will kick off at 15:30 local time on 28 October.
