Singapore U23 0–1 Vietnam U23

A friendly without a table race

Singapore U23 and Vietnam U23 meet in a friendly at Pleiku Stadium on Thursday, with no league-table positions or standings at stake. The clearest storyline comes from their recent head-to-head record: Vietnam have not lost to Singapore in their last three meetings, and will look to extend that unbeaten sequence.

Vietnam seek a response

Vietnam U23’s recent friendly run offers a counterpoint to their head-to-head edge. They have lost their last two matches and are without a win in three, with one draw and two defeats across those three friendlies. Vietnam scored once and conceded three goals in that competition run.

Away from home, Vietnam have lost both of their two friendlies, scoring none and conceding twice. Those figures apply only to three matches in this competition, rather than representing their broader season or recent form.

The recent meetings favour Vietnam

Vietnam U23 have won two of the last three meetings with Singapore U23, with the other ending in a draw. Singapore have not won any of those encounters, leaving Vietnam unbeaten in the sequence.

The latest meeting came in September 2025 in AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifying, when Vietnam won 1-0 away from home. Before that, the teams drew 2-2 in 2023, while Vietnam recorded a 7-0 victory in their 2022 encounter. The history gives Vietnam a reason for confidence, though their current friendly run is less convincing.

Vietnam’s edge comes with caveats

Vietnam U23 have the better recent record in this matchup. Their consecutive friendly defeats and difficulties away from home give Singapore a chance to keep it close.

That combination suggests a cautious contest rather than a straightforward continuation of the head-to-head trend. Vietnam have the psychological edge, but they will need to improve on their recent friendly performances to turn it into a win.

Our prediction

Vietnam U23 have the historical edge and are the more likely side to avoid defeat, but their recent losses make an away win uncertain. A draw is a credible alternative, with Singapore looking to take advantage if Vietnam’s away difficulties persist.