Coach Cristiano Roland: "Vietnam U17 Ready for Big Match Against Australia U17"

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VTV5 VTV6 live broadcast of U17 Vietnam vs U17 Australia football (19:30, 22/4) - Updates on the match developments between U17 Vietnam and U17 Australia within the semifinals of the 2026 Southeast Asia U17 Championship.

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After squeezing through a narrow gap to reach the semifinals, Malaysian supporters are brimming with enthusiasm, demanding a rematch with Vietnam U17 in the championship showdown.

Speaking at the press conference before the semifinal of the 2026 Southeast Asian U17 Championship, head coach Cristiano Roland affirmed that the Vietnam U17 team has prepared thoroughly and is ready to face the major challenge against reigning champion Australia U17.

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