Vietnam U23 vs United Arab Emirates U23: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 January

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Vietnam U23

1st place in AFC U-23 Championship

2-2

Vietnam U23
Win Probability 39%

16/01/2026 11:30

United Arab Emirates U23

No standing data

AFC U-23 Championship

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Vietnam U23 vs United Arab Emirates U23 on 16 January 2026 (kick-off: 11:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Vietnam U23 vs United Arab Emirates U23 preview before placing your bet.

Vietnam U23 will face United Arab Emirates U23 in AFC U-23 Championship on January 16, 2026 at 11:30.
Vietnam U23 are currently 1st with 9 points after 3 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.30.

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

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

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Weather

11:30

2026-01-16

Vietnam U23 vs United Arab Emirates U23 - Prediction & Odds

Vietnam U23

United Arab Emirates U23

2026-01-16 11:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/01/2026

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 I	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Iran U23	9	3	3	0	0	13	2	11
02 United Arab Emirates U23	6	3	2	0	1	17	3	14
03 China Hong Kong U23	3	3	1	0	2	1	6	-5
04 Guam U23	0	3	0	0	3	0	20	-20

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 B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Japan U23	9	3	3	0	0	10	0	10
02 United Arab Emirates U23	4	3	1	1	1	3	4	-1
03 Syria U23	4	3	1	1	1	2	6	-4
04 Qatar U23	0	3	0	0	3	0	5	-5

Head To Head

25/03/2023 13:30

United Arab Emirates U23

4 - 0

Vietnam U23

INT FRL

28/05/2022 11:00

United Arab Emirates U23

3 - 0

Vietnam U23

INT FRL

10/01/2020 06:15

Vietnam U23

0 - 0

United Arab Emirates U23

AFC U23

13/10/2019 07:00

Vietnam U23

1 - 1

United Arab Emirates U23

INT FRL

01/09/2018 04:00

Vietnam U23

1 - 1

United Arab Emirates U23

AGS

20/01/2016 12:30

United Arab Emirates U23

3 - 2

Vietnam U23

AFC U23

United Arab Emirates U23

50%

Draw

50%

Vietnam U23

Vietnam U23 Last 6 matches

12/01/2026 12:30

Saudi Arabia U23 0 - 1 Vietnam U23

AFC U23

09/01/2026 10:00

Kyrgyzstan U23 1 - 2 Vietnam U23

AFC U23

06/01/2026 07:30

Vietnam U23 2 - 0 Jordan U23

AFC U23

30/12/2025 08:00

Syria U23 2 - 1 Vietnam U23

INT FRL

15/11/2025 03:30

Vietnam U23 0 - 1 Uzbekistan U23

INT FRL

13/10/2025 11:00

Qatar U23 3 - 2 Vietnam U23

INT FRL

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches United Arab Emirates U23

13/01/2026 12:30

United Arab Emirates U23 1 - 1 Syria U23

AFC U23

10/01/2026 07:30

United Arab Emirates U23 0 - 3 Japan U23

AFC U23

07/01/2026 12:30

Qatar U23 0 - 2 United Arab Emirates U23

AFC U23

14/12/2025 07:45

Saudi Arabia U23 2 - 0 United Arab Emirates U23

AGC U23

10/12/2025 08:00

Iraq U23 1 - 0 United Arab Emirates U23

AGC U23

07/12/2025 07:45

Yemen U23 1 - 3 United Arab Emirates U23

AGC U23

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues AFC U-23 Championship

Played games

Vietnam U23

United Arab Emirates U23

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.89

Scored

Avg. per game

3.14

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.29

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 9 matches

YesNo

8 (89%)1 (11%)

In last 9 matches

NoYes

6 (86%)1 (14%)

Vietnam U23

Recent matches

United Arab Emirates U23

Under /Over

(67%)6 3(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)7 0(0%)

Under /Over

(33%)3 6(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(71%)5 2(29%)

Under /Over

(33%)3 6(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(43%)3 4(57%)

/Yes

(33%)3 6(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(43%)3 4(57%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Vietnam U23

United Arab Emirates U23

Shots

Vietnam U23

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

13 total

Avg. 2.60

United Arab Emirates U23

Total shots

12.43 avg / game

Blocked

7 total

Avg. 2.33

Vietnam U23 Pass United Arab Emirates U23

Total passes

2290

Avg. 382 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

1320

Avg. 330 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Vietnam U23

1151

Avg. 127.89 / game

United Arab Emirates U23

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

United Arab Emirates U23

366

Avg. 52.29 / game

OTHERS

Vietnam U23

Played games

United Arab Emirates U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.56

Clean sheets

0.43

6.56

Corners

3.00

14.22

128

Throw-ins

11.00

0.78

Offsides

1.29

2.89

GK saves

2.00

Vietnam U23

DISCIPLINARY

United Arab Emirates U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.44

1.29

0.22

0.00

7.56

Fouls

11.00

Tackles

10.29

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Vietnam U23 vs United Arab Emirates U23 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Vietnam U23 vs United Arab Emirates U23 on 16 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 United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates U23 sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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