China reaches final for first time in AFC U23 Asian Cup(1/3)

Players of China pose for a photo after winning the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup semifinal match between China and Vietnam in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 20, 2026. (Photo/VCG)

China reached the final of AFC U23 Asian Cup for the first time after defeating Vietnam 3-0 in the semifinals Tuesday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Chinese player Wang Yudong (in white) vies with a Vietnamese player during the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup semifinal match in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 20, 2026. (Photo/VCG)

Chinese goalkeeper Li Hao makes a save during the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup semifinal match between China and Vietnam in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 20, 2026. (Photo/VCG)