The 2023 WAFF U-23 Championship was the fourth edition of the WAFF U-23 Championship, the international age-restricted football championship organized by the West Asian Football Federation for the men's under-23 national teams of West Asia.

[1] Saudi Arabia, the defending champions, did not take part in the tournament.

Iraq won their first title after defeating Iran 5–4 on penalties (1–1 after extra time) in the final.

[3] The draw for the group stage took place on Thursday 25 May 2023 in Muscat, Oman at 15:00 UTC+3.

The following awards were given at the conclusion of the tournament:[5] Muntadher Mohammed Hussein Abdullah (3 goals) Kumel Al-Rekabe