Vietnam entered the match with determination but quickly came under heavy pressure from a physically stronger Australian side.
Australia controlled much of the first half and opened the scoring in the 40th minute through O'Carroll after sustained attacking pressure.
Australia U17 maintain their dominance for long periods of the match (Photo: AFC).
After the break, Vietnam pushed higher up the pitch in search of an equaliser. However, Roland’s side struggled to cope with Australia’s rapid transitions and direct attacking play.
Australia doubled their advantage in the 60th minute when Hassarati broke past Dang Khoa inside the penalty area before finishing past goalkeeper Xuan Hoa.
With a comfortable lead, Australia dominated possession and continued to dictate the tempo, while Vietnam found it difficult to build attacks or create clear opportunities.
The match was effectively settled in the 75th minute when Gerald scored Australia’s third goal with a strike from the centre of the box into the right corner.
The 3-0 result ended Vietnam’s campaign at the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup at the quarter-final stage.