Vietnam U23 vs China U23: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 January

Prediction Match Centre

Vietnam U23

1st place in AFC U-23 Championship

0-3

Draw
Probability 36%

20/01/2026 08:30

China U23

No standing data

AFC U-23 Championship

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Vietnam U23 vs China U23 on 20 January 2026 (kick-off: 08:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Vietnam U23 vs China U23 preview before placing your bet.

Vietnam U23 will face China U23 in AFC U-23 Championship on January 20, 2026 at 08:30.
Vietnam U23 are currently 1st with 9 points after 3 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.48.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

08:30

2026-01-20

Vietnam U23 vs China U23 - Prediction & Odds

Vietnam U23

China U23

2026-01-20 08:30

STANDINGS UP TO 20/01/2026

Group C	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vietnam U23	9	3	3	0	0	4	0	4
02 Yemen U23	6	3	2	0	1	3	2	1
03 Bangladesh U23	3	3	1	0	2	4	4	0
04 Singapore U23	0	3	0	0	3	2	7	-5

Group D	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Australia U23	7	3	2	1	0	20	0	20
02 China U23	7	3	2	1	0	12	1	11
03 Timor Leste U23	3	3	1	0	2	7	8	-1
04 Northern Mariana Island U23	0	3	0	0	3	0	30	-30

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vietnam U23	9	3	3	0	0	5	1	4
02 Jordan U23	6	3	2	0	1	4	4	0
03 Saudi Arabia U23	3	3	1	0	2	3	4	-1
04 Kyrgyzstan U23	0	3	0	0	3	1	4	-3

Group D	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Australia U23	6	3	2	0	1	4	3	1
02 China U23	5	3	1	2	0	1	0	1
03 Iraq U23	2	3	0	2	1	2	3	-1
04 Thailand U23	2	3	0	2	1	2	3	-1

Head To Head

07/11/2009 06:00

Vietnam U23

3 - 1

China U23

INT CF

Vietnam U23

100%

Draw

China U23

Vietnam U23 Last 6 matches

16/01/2026 08:30

Vietnam U23 2 - 2 United Arab Emirates U23

AFC U23

12/01/2026 09:30

Saudi Arabia U23 0 - 1 Vietnam U23

AFC U23

09/01/2026 07:00

Kyrgyzstan U23 1 - 2 Vietnam U23

AFC U23

06/01/2026 04:30

Vietnam U23 2 - 0 Jordan U23

AFC U23

30/12/2025 05:00

Syria U23 2 - 1 Vietnam U23

INT FRL

15/11/2025 00:30

Vietnam U23 0 - 1 Uzbekistan U23

INT FRL

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches China U23

17/01/2026 04:30

Uzbekistan U23 0 - 0 China U23

AFC U23

14/01/2026 04:30

Thailand U23 0 - 0 China U23

AFC U23

11/01/2026 04:30

China U23 1 - 0 Australia U23

AFC U23

08/01/2026 07:00

Iraq U23 0 - 0 China U23

AFC U23

01/01/2026 05:30

China U23 0 - 1 Iran U23

INT FRL

14/10/2025 01:00

China U23 0 - 0 Thailand U23

INT FRL

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues AFC U-23 Championship

Played games

Vietnam U23

China U23

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.89

Scored

Avg. per game

1.78

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.56

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 9 matches

YesNo

8 (89%)1 (11%)

In last 9 matches

NoYes

4 (44%)5 (56%)

Vietnam U23

Recent matches

China U23

Under /Over

(67%)6 3(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(44%)4 5(56%)

Under /Over

(33%)3 6(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(22%)2 7(78%)

Under /Over

(33%)3 6(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)3 6(67%)

/Yes

(33%)3 6(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(11%)1 8(89%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Vietnam U23

China U23

Shots

Vietnam U23

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

13 total

Avg. 2.60

China U23

Total shots

13.89 avg / game

Blocked

40 total

Avg. 4.44

Vietnam U23 Pass China U23

Total passes

2290

Avg. 382 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

3275

Avg. 364 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Vietnam U23

Played games

China U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.56

Clean sheets

0.78

6.56

Corners

3.89

14.22

128

Throw-ins

104

11.56

0.78

Offsides

1.67

2.89

GK saves

4.11

Vietnam U23

DISCIPLINARY

China U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.44

1.78

0.22

0.00

7.56

Fouls

100

11.11

11.00

Tackles

140

15.56

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Vietnam U23 vs China U23 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Vietnam U23 vs China U23 on 20 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this AFC U-23 Championship fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Vietnam U23 vs China U23 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Vietnam U23's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against China U23's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

AFC U-23 Championship Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live AFC U-23 Championship standings and the AFC U-23 Championship form table to understand exactly where Vietnam U23 and China U23 sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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