Australia Wins Regional U16 Championship, Vietnam Finishes Third

Australia Claims Victory in ASEAN U16 Girls' Championship 2025

After a thrilling final match, Australia emerged victorious in the ASEAN U16 Girls' Championship 2025, defeating Thailand 1-0. The winning goal, a perfect strike from Theo Mouitys-Mickalad four minutes after the restart, secured Australia's place at the top of the tournament.

In a close-fought contest, Vietnam and Indonesia battled it out for the bronze medal. The third-placed match, held on August 29 in Surakarta, Indonesia, ended in a 1-1 draw after regular time. However, Vietnam secured the bronze medal following a successful penalty shootout, winning 7-6 against Indonesia.

Vietnam's journey to the third place was not without its challenges. Nazwa Bilbina Putri scored an own goal for Vietnam, giving them an early lead in the match. Naffeza Ayesha equalized for Indonesia in the 15th minute, setting the stage for an exciting second half.

Coach Akira Okiyama of Vietnam expressed his satisfaction with his team's performance, stating, "My team was united and fought hard together for the good result." He also mentioned that despite high pressure, his players were confident and delivered their best.

Meanwhile, Coach Akira Okiyama of the Australian team expressed his disappointment at not being able to finish the match within 90 minutes, stating, "Indonesia played well and had home field advantage." However, he also mentioned that penalty kicks were a good experience for his players.

Following their success in the ASEAN U16 Girls' Championship 2025, the Vietnamese U16 girls' team will return home on August 30. They will also have a training camp in Germany next month as a preparation for the Asian Women's U17 Cup in October in HCM City.

The ASEAN U16 Girls' Championship 2025 has been a memorable tournament, showcasing the talent and potential of the region's young footballers. As the dust settles on the final matches, the focus now shifts to the future, with these young players poised to make their mark on the global stage.