In the opening match, U19 PVF showed superior strength when winning against U19 Cong An TPHCM, thereby creating an early advantage in the race to advance.
Playing at home, U19 PVF took the initiative and quickly imposed the game. In the 8th minute, a difference was made when Nguyen Van Duong executed an accurate free kick into the low corner, opening the score for U19 PVF. The early goal helped the blue team play excitedly and easily control the situation on the field.
After the opening goal, U19 PVF continuously pushed up the squad, putting great pressure on the opponent's half. U19 Ho Chi Minh City Police faced many difficulties in deploying the ball when the lines lacked connection, unable to put the ball up to organize attacks.
The dominant game continued to be maintained by U19 PVF and the goal doubled the lead in the 33rd minute. Taking advantage of a favorable comeback from a teammate, Do Nam Hieu unleashed a beautiful long-range shot from outside the penalty area, increasing the score to 2-0 for the home team. Although forced to push up the squad to find an equalizer in the first half, U19 Ho Chi Minh City Police still could not penetrate the solid defense of U19 PVF.
Stepping into the second half, U19 PVF proactively reduced the pace of the match but still maintained ball control. A solid playing style helped the home team minimize counter-attack situations from the opponent. The match closed with a convincing victory for U19 PVF on the opening day.
In the remaining match of Group B, U19 Hanoi won minimally 1-0 against U19 HCMC. The only goal of the match was scored in the 32nd minute by Nguyen Viet Long. Despite efforts to push the squad up in the second half, HCMC still could not find an equalizer and accepted defeat in the first match.
