| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Host country | Thailand |
| Dates | 14–30 April |
| Teams | 17 |
| Final positions | |
| Champions |  Israel (6th title) |
| Runners-up |  South Korea |
| Third place |  Iran |
| Fourth place |  Thailand |
The 1972 AFC Youth Championship was held in Bangkok, Thailand.
| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Host country | Thailand |
| Dates | 14–30 April |
| Teams | 17 |
| Final positions | |
| Champions | Israel (6th title) |
| Runners-up | South Korea |
| Third place | Iran |
| Fourth place | Thailand |
The 1972 AFC Youth Championship was held in Bangkok, Thailand.