The Vietnam futsal squad is considered stronger than Lebanon and requires just a tie to secure a spot in the 2026 Asian Futsal Championship finals.
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The clash between Vietnam and Lebanon futsal in the last round of the 2026 Asian qualifiers is expected to be extremely intense and exciting. After an impressive 7-2 victory over China, coach Diego Giustozzi’s squad holds a significant advantage thanks to their superior goal difference. A draw will guarantee Vietnam the top spot in the group, thus securing direct qualification to the 2026 Asian Futsal Championship finals.
In terms of quality, Vietnam’s futsal team is still rated higher, currently ranked 28 places above Lebanon in the FIFA rankings. The draw against Hong Kong showed that Lebanon is not overwhelmingly superior and is definitely a team Vietnam can overcome if they perform at their best. However, caution is necessary since Lebanon must win to compete for the top position, while their place among the seven best runners-up remains uncertain. Historically, the two teams met in the 2021 World Cup playoff round, where Vietnam advanced on away goals after two draws. This proves Lebanon is not an easy opponent. Therefore, if Vietnam maintains focus, utilizes speed, and capitalizes on opportunities, they can secure victory and confirm their number one status in the group.