Vietnam's women's U17 team are targeting first place in qualifying Group D for the 2027 Asian Cup after roughly seven weeks of preparation, VFF reported. At the October 4 press conference in Vũng Tàu, Okiyama Masahiko said a twelve-day Japanese training camp had helped develop technique, tactics and cohesion. Vietnam face Palestine, Kyrgyzstan and the Northern Mariana Islands, beginning against Palestine. The coach called for full commitment as the team seek a place in the finals.