(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam’s U23 football team made history with a Wednesday draw against Syria, qualifying for the AFC U23 Championship’s quarterfinals.
Their next match will be against U23 Iraq on Saturday.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc congratulated U23 Vietnam on their success at the AFC U23 Championship. He said the team’s historic achievement brings great honor to Vietnam and shows Vietnamese youth’s energy and strong will. He urged the U23 team to increase solidarity and discipline to gain even greater achievements.