At 8 PM on June 9, the final matchday of Group C takes place with the match between U19 Cambodia and U19 Australia. The match is also broadcast live on TV360.

After two matchdays, U19 Australia is temporarily leading the group, although they have the same 3 points as U19 Cambodia, they have a better goal difference (+10 compared to +3). Meanwhile, U19 Philippines has been officially eliminated after two losses.

There is still a very large gap with Australia. However, their youth levels have seen remarkable progress in recent times.

The convincing 3-0 victory over U19 Philippines in the opening match showed that U19 Cambodia is not a team to be underestimated.

Nevertheless, they are still rated higher and only need a draw to surely advance to the quarterfinals as group leaders.

The 2026 U19 Southeast Asian Championship takes place from June 1 to 14 in Indonesia with 11 teams participating. Group A includes Vietnam, Indonesia, Timor-Leste, and Myanmar. Group B has Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei. Group C consists of Australia, Cambodia, and the Philippines.

The teams play a single round-robin format to earn points. The three group winners and the best second-placed team will advance to the semifinals.

U19 Cambodia defeated U19 Philippines with a score of 3-0 in the second matchday of Group C, at the U19 Southeast Asian Championship on the evening of June 6.

U19 Southeast Asia

U19 Southeast Asia refers to the under-19 age group category in regional sports competitions, most notably in football (soccer) tournaments organized by the ASEAN Football Federation. These youth championships, such as the AFF U-19 Youth Championship, have been held since the early 2000s to develop young talent across Southeast Asian nations. The events serve as a platform for emerging players to gain international experience and have helped raise the competitive standard of football in the region.

TV360

TV360 is a popular Nigerian television station based in Lagos, known for its focus on news, current affairs, and entertainment programming. It was launched in 2018 as part of the TVC Communications network, aiming to provide balanced and credible journalism to a diverse audience. The station has quickly gained a reputation for its digital-first approach and coverage of key national events.

Indonesia

Indonesia is a Southeast Asian archipelago nation comprising thousands of volcanic islands, with a rich history shaped by ancient Hindu-Buddhist kingdoms, such as Srivijaya and Majapahit, and later by centuries of Dutch colonial rule. It declared independence in 1945 and is now the world’s largest Muslim-majority country, known for its diverse cultures, languages, and iconic sites like Bali and Borobudur.

Vietnam

Vietnam is a Southeast Asian country with a rich history shaped by ancient civilizations, Chinese rule, and French colonialism. It is known for its stunning landscapes, from the terraced rice fields of Sapa to the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay. Today, Vietnam is a vibrant nation that blends traditional culture with rapid modernization, emerging as a popular destination for tourism and global trade.

Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste, also known as East Timor, is a Southeast Asian nation occupying the eastern half of the island of Timor. Its history includes centuries of Portuguese colonial rule, followed by a brutal Indonesian occupation from 1975 to 1999, and it became the first new sovereign state of the 21st century in 2002. Today, the country is known for its rugged mountains, pristine beaches, and a resilient culture blending indigenous traditions with Portuguese and Catholic influences.

Myanmar

Myanmar, also known as Burma, is a Southeast Asian country with a rich and complex history, once home to powerful empires like the Pagan Kingdom. It was a British colony from the 19th century until its independence in 1948, after which it experienced decades of military rule and isolation. Today, the country is known for its ancient temples like those in Bagan, diverse ethnic cultures, and ongoing political transitions.

Thailand

Thailand, officially known as the Kingdom of Thailand, is a Southeast Asian country with a rich history that dates back to the ancient kingdoms of Sukhothai and Ayutthaya. It is the only nation in the region that was never colonized by European powers, preserving its unique cultural heritage. Today, Thailand is famous for its ornate temples, vibrant festivals, and stunning beaches, blending traditional customs with modern development.

Malaysia

Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country known for its diverse culture, tropical landscapes, and modern cities. Its history includes ancient Malay kingdoms, colonial rule by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British, and independence in 1957. Today, it is a multicultural nation blending Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous influences.