Dinh Bac scores a spectacular goal to defeat U23 Saudi Arabia, surprisingly leading the AFC poll – a shocking result.

Dinh Bac scored against U23 Saudi Arabia, helping U23 Vietnam win all their group stage matches and take the lead in the AFC Goal of the Year poll with nearly 70% of the votes, becoming a great source of inspiration before the quarter-final match against U23 UAE.

Dinh Bac – a name that is constantly being mentioned in the Asian football community – has just made a special mark at the 2026 AFC U23 Championship. His goal in the 64th minute against Saudi Arabia not only secured a complete victory for Vietnam U23, but also helped the team earn a perfect 9 points after the group stage, making history for the first time with a perfect winning record.

Immediately after the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced the nominations for the Best Goal of the Group Stage, Dinh Bac's masterpiece quickly took center stage. The AFC described the goal with impressive words: "Coming on in the second half, Dinh Bac scored the decisive goal with his agility, breaking into the penalty area and unleashing a powerful shot between Hamed Yousef and the post." That shot became the highlight, leaving fans breathless.

Notably, as soon as the voting opened, the goal scored by the number 7 striker surged ahead with nearly 70% of the votes. This figure not only reflects the powerful impact of the moment but also demonstrates the special appeal of a young player on his journey to making a name for himself. Dinh Bac is currently competing with 7 other goals from prominent names such as Rakan Al Ghamdi, Mathias MacAllister, Ali Al Azaizeh, Yuto Ozeki, Ali El Fadl, Behruzjon Karimov, and Yaya Dukuly.

In the overall picture of the group stage, 51 goals were scored in 24 matches, averaging 2.12 goals per game, demonstrating the high level of skill and fierce competition. Vietnam U23 contributed 5 goals, but Dinh Bac's shot truly became iconic. It not only symbolized the victory but also served as a "spiritual vitamin" for the entire team ahead of the quarter-final match against UAE U23 at 10:30 PM tonight (January 16th).

Fans on social media quickly turned that moment into a hot topic. Many comments suggested that Dinh Bac's goal was not only technically beautiful but also historically significant. Others emphasized that the young player's confidence and composure ignited hope in the entire team. From the excitement of the audience, it's clear that the goal transcended the professional realm, becoming an inspiring story.

The fact that Dinh Bac was nominated by the AFC and topped the voting is proof of the remarkable progress of Vietnamese youth football. While many other strong teams are still struggling to find stability, the Vietnam U23 team has shown remarkable cohesion and fighting spirit. Dinh Bac's goal was the result of an entire team knowing how to capitalize on opportunities and assert their character.

Ahead of the quarter-final match, hope is being rekindled. Fans expect that Dinh Bac will continue to be a game-changer, helping the Vietnam U23 team advance further in the tournament. Regardless of the final outcome, that moment has become a part of history, an unforgettable milestone in the journey of Vietnamese youth football.

Vietnam U23 wins all their matches, but Jordan celebrates emotionally; FIFA issues a shocking statement. Khánh Linh09:56:59 13/01/2026In the early morning of January 13, 2026, Vietnamese football continued to make history when the Vietnam U23 team brilliantly defeated the reigning runner-up, Saudi Arabia U23, with a minimal score of 1-0 in the final group stage match of the 2026 AFC U23 Championship.