Vietnam vs India, AFC Women's Asian Cup, Today Match Prediction

Vietnam vs India Match Prediction & Analysis

Round 1 wraps up with India kicking off their AFC Asian Cup campaign against seasoned Vietnam at 4:30 PM IST. After missing out previously, India return with a point to prove, determined to show they can stand toe-to-toe with Asia’s best.

Vietnam, regulars since 1999, arrive with higher ambitions and a semifinal spot firmly in sight, setting up a compelling clash to close the opening round.

Head-to-head Record: Vietnam has won the only match played between the teams. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Vietnam Preview

The 2022 Asian Cup marked a historic breakthrough for Vietnam, as a quarterfinal finish ultimately propelled them toward their first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup appearance. This time, head coach Mai Đức Chung, now in his 11th year in charge, will be aiming higher — targeting direct qualification and another defining chapter for the Golden Star Warriors.

Vietnam stormed through the qualifiers, winning every match with 17 goals scored and none conceded. They’ve also lost just twice across 2025, though a difficult run of friendlies — including a 9–0 defeat to Spain — has tempered momentum heading into the tournament.

Leadership and firepower will once again come from captain Huỳnh Như, the nation’s all-time leading scorer with 70 international goals. She is supported by key figures Nguyễn Thị Bích Thùy, Thái Nguyên, and Trần Thị Hải Linh. 

Vietnam Probable Starting Lineup - Trần Thị Kim Thanh (GK); Trần Thị Thu, Lương Thị Thu Thương, Lê Thị Diễm My, Trần Thị Hải Linh, Hoàng Thị Loan; Nguyễn Thị Bích Thùy, Dương Thị Vân, Thái Thị Thảo, Nguyễn Thị Thanh Nhã; Huỳnh Như. 

India Preview

India return for a consecutive Asian Cup appearance, but this time on merit. After qualifying as hosts in 2022 only to withdraw due to COVID-19, the Blue Tigresses have earned their place by topping their qualifying group while ending a 23-year wait for a proper qualification.

A major shift has come on the sidelines, with Amelia Valverde taking charge as head coach, while Crispin Chhetri, who guided the team through qualifiers, remains in the setup. It sets up an intriguing transition as India adapt to a new voice and vision.

Recent friendlies in Australia and Turkey showcased a direct, transition-based style with quick attacks and minimal buildup. Much will depend on experienced forward Grace Dangmei, the explosive Pyari Xaxa — who struck five times in a qualifier — and defensive mainstay Sweety Devi Ngangbam, the backbone of the backline.

India Probable Starting Lineup - Panthoi Chanu (GK); Sanju Yadav, Sweety Devi (C), Shilky Devi, Astam Oraon; Sangita Basfore, Anju Tamang; Manisha Kalyan, Aveka Singh, Grace Dangmei; Pyari Xaxa. 

VIETNAM vs INDIA
Winning Prediction

The only previous meeting between the two sides ended in a comfortable 3–1 win for Vietnam  and a similar script could unfold again. The Golden Star Warriors have tested themselves against some of the world’s best heading into the fixture, while India’s recent preparations came against club opposition in Australia and Turkey.

Add to that Vietnam’s greater exposure to major tournaments, and they enter as clear favorites. On paper, it points toward a composed and straightforward win for the Warriors. 

Vietnam to win 3-1.

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