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VTV leaves open the possibility of broadcasting EURO 2024

Vietnam Television (VTV) continues to work diligently with partners to secure the broadcasting rights for EURO 2024, aiming to serve its nationwide audience.

Coach Kim believes in Vietnam’s ability to beat Iraq

Coach Kim Sang-sik believes his players can overcome powerful Iraq in the last Group F match of the 2026 World Cup qualification on June 12.

Striker Tien Linh named among best performers at World Cup qualifiers

Vietnamese striker Nguyen Tien Linh has been named by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in the list of players who caught the eyes of Asian football fans on Matchday Five in the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Huynh Nhu's stellar performance secures Lank's spot in Portuguese Champs

In a thrilling match against Amora FC, Huynh Nhu's remarkable assist proved decisive as Lank FC clinched a crucial 1-0 victory, securing their position in the Portuguese Women's National Football Championship for the upcoming season.

Vietnamese Muay fighter wins 2024 IFMA Senior World Championships

Female fighter Huynh Ha Huu Hieu clinched a gold medal at the 2024 Senior World Championships of the International Federation of Amateur Muaythai (IFMA) after defeating her Russian opponent Sofia Istratova in the final on June 9.

Vietnam, Singapore join hands in golf development

The Vietnam Golf Association (VGA) and its Singaporean counterpart have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in promoting the sport in the two countries.

Coach Kim Sang Sik: Vietnam poised for surprise in Iraq

Coach Kim Sang Sik exudes confidence ahead of Vietnam's pivotal clash against Iraq in the Group F finale of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Hoang Van Hon and Hong Le triumph in 2024 Journey to Lotus Village Marathon

Hoang Van Hon and Pham Thi Hong Le emerged as champions in the 2024 Journey to Lotus Village Marathon, held in Cua Lo Town, Nghe An Province.

The 2024 Journey to Lotus Village Marathon kicks off in style

The opening ceremony of the 2024 Journey to Lotus Village Marathon, organized collaboratively by the Nghe An Department of Culture and Sports, VietNamNet Newspaper, and Win Vietnam Company, commenced on the evening of June 8 in Cua Lo Town, Nghe An.

Vietnamese players arrive in Iraq, ready for World Cup qualifying showdown

After more than 10 hours of travel, the Vietnam national football team arrived at Basra International Airport, ready for their away match against Iraq.

First world pickleball tournament to get underway in Quang Nam

Approximately 100 athletes from Vietnamese and foreign pickleball clubs have registered to participate in the world pickleball tournament to be held in Quang Nam province, central Vietnam, from June 13-15.

Vietnam beat Philippines 3-2 to keep World Cup qualification dream alive

Vietnam came back from time to time to secure a 3-2 victory over the Philippines in the World Cup qualifier at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi on June 6 evening.

Midfielder Do Hung Dung becomes captain of Vietnam National Football Team

The Staff Board of the Vietnam National Football Team was chosen with midfielder Do Hung Dung becoming the National Team’s captain in the two upcoming matches.

VAR to be used in all V.League 1 matches of 2024-2025 football season

The 2024 - 2025 football season of the V.League 1 will see 100% of matches apply the video assistant referee (VAR) technology, said Tran Quoc Tuan, president of the Vietnam Football Federation.

Hai Phong to host Southeast Asia rowing, canoeing championships

The northern port city of Hai Phong will host the 2024 Southeast Asia Rowing and Canoeing, U19 and U23 Championships from June 24 to July 7.

Vietnam tops SEA Judo Championships 2024 with 20 gold medals

The Vietnamese judo team achieved the highest results at the Southeast Asian Judo Championships 2024, finishing first overall.

Off road race to be held in Hue in June

The Victory Challenge Sailun Cup 2024 off road race will be held for the first time at the Hue City’s Ho Thuy Tien Park on June 20-23.

Linh qualified for Olympics after remarkable boxing performance

Boxer Hà Thị Linh is the next Vietnamese representative at the Paris Olympics Games this summer.

An to wave Vietnam flag at international shogi tournament

Master Nguyen Xuan Tuan An will be Vietnamese representative at an international shogi (Japanese chess) tournament in Japan.

Players train hard for Vietnam's Teqball World Series

The Teqball World Series Quy Nhon will host 131 teams from 53 different countries around the world in Binh Dinh Province from June 6-9.