In the highlight match, U21 PVF faced U21 Hanoi Police in the race for a ticket to the next round. Before the match started, U21 PVF led Group C and only needed a draw to maintain the top spot in the group, while U21 Hanoi Police also had many opportunities to participate in the knockout round.
With a mentality of not being too pressured, the two teams entered the game cautiously. U21 PVF controlled the ball more and actively deployed the game, but the defense of U21 Hanoi Police played tightly, minimizing spaces.
In the first half, the game mainly took place in the midfield area. Although holding the ball slightly better, U21 PVF did not create many clear chances against the opponent's solid defensive play. Stepping into the second half, the scenario did not change much when both teams lacked sharp enough finishing situations to create a difference.
The match ended with a 0-0 draw, the result helped U21 PVF maintain the top spot in Group C. Meanwhile, U21 Hanoi Police won a ticket to the quarter-finals as one of the two teams ranked third with the best results.
In the match at the same time, U21 Da Nang faced U21 Dong Nai. The Central team was rated higher but faced many difficulties against the opponent's disciplined defense in the first 45 minutes.
Surprise came after halftime when U21 Dong Nai continuously scored two goals. In the 53rd minute, Tuan Sang opened the score after an attacking combination. In the 60th minute, Minh Toan successfully converted a penalty, sealing a 2-0 victory for U21 Dong Nai.
Despite winning all 3 points, U21 Dong Nai still stopped when they only had 3 points after the group stage and ranked last in Group C. Meanwhile, U21 Da Nang still won the right to enter the quarter-finals with second place in the group.
Closing the group stage, the 8 teams participating in the quarterfinals of the National U21 Tournament - FPT Play Cup 2026 include: U21 Hanoi and U21 PVF-CAND (Group A), U21 The Cong Viettel and U21 Song Lam Nghe An (Group B), U21 PVF and U21 Da Nang (Group C). The remaining two slots belong to U21 Hoang Anh Gia Lai and U21 Cong An Hanoi - the two teams ranked third with the best results.
