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Vietnam rises in FIFA rankings after win over Laos

Vietnam's 2–0 win over Laos has not only secured three points in the penultimate match of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, but also helped the team climb one spot in the FIFA rankings.

Vietnam defeat Laos 2-0 in Asian Cup 2027 qualifier

Vietnam secured a 2-0 victory over Laos in the second-leg match of the Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers at Chao Anouvong Stadium in Vientiane on November 19 evening.

Can Vietnam still qualify for the 2027 Asian Cup?

Vietnam faces mounting challenges in its bid to qualify for the 2027 Asian Cup, with Malaysia holding the upper hand and only two games left.

U22 Vietnam captain hospitalized after injury in South Korea match

Midfielder Nguyen Van Truong suffered a suspected serious injury during U22 Vietnam’s match against U22 South Korea and had to be hospitalized in China.

U22 Vietnam fall to South Korea as captain Van Truong suffers injury

Vietnam’s youth squad lost 0–1 in their final Panda Cup 2025 match, with captain Van Truong sustaining a serious injury.

Vietnam-Laos showdown: Kim Sang Sik and Ha Hyeok Jun’s friendship meets rivalry

Two South Korean coaches will go head-to-head as Vietnam and Laos meet in a crucial qualifier.

HCM City women’s team secure second straight win at AFC Champions League

Ho Chi Minh City Women’s Football Club continued their successful run in the AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26 with a 2–0 win over Lion City.

Vietnam U22 fall short against Uzbekistan in narrow Panda Cup defeat

Against a stronger opponent, Vietnam U22 suffered a narrow 0-1 loss to Uzbekistan U22 in their second match of the Panda Cup 2025 international friendly tournament, held on the afternoon of November 15.

Vietnam U22 beat hosts China 1-0 in Panda Cup opener

Vietnam U22 started their Panda Cup 2025 campaign on a high note with a 1-0 victory over host nation China U22, courtesy of a late goal by Pham Minh Phuc.

Vietnam Golden Ball 2025: Full nominee list revealed

Vietnamese midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc has emerged as a top contender for the 2025 Vietnam Golden Ball, with a strong chance to complete a historic hat-trick of the prestigious award, organized by Sai Gon Giai Phong newspaper.

Vietnam squad reshaped: Comeback for Xuan Son

Coach Kim Sang Sik recalls striker Nguyen Xuan Son to the national team, while naturalized midfielder Do Hoang Hen is held back for a future call-up.

Vietnam football awaits new era with return of Xuan Son and naturalized stars

The return of Xuan Son or the debut of Do Hoang Hen is highly anticipated, but for Coach Kim Sang Sik to build a truly perfect Vietnam national team, fans may need to wait a bit longer.

Vietnam could qualify for Asian Cup 2027 if Malaysia forfeits

If the Malaysian national team is handed 0-3 forfeit losses due to a naturalization scandal, Vietnam could virtually secure their ticket to the final round of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

Xuan Son returns to Vietnam squad for Asian Cup qualifier

Coach Kim Sang Sik will not call up many young players for Vietnam’s upcoming match against Laos in the second leg of Group F, part of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, scheduled for November 19.

FIFA features Vietnam's Xuan Son and Quang Hai with football legends

Vietnamese football fans were thrilled when FIFA spotlighted Xuan Son and Quang Hai in a Halloween post alongside legends like Ronaldo, Messi, Mbappe, and Zidane.

Vietnam must improve now, not wait for FIFA’s ruling on Malaysia

Vietnam shouldn't rely on a potential FIFA forfeit for Malaysia - change is needed now.

Nguyen Xuan Son called up to national team after 10-month injury

Striker Nguyen Xuan Son has been recalled to the Vietnam national football team by head coach Kim Sang Sik after nearly a year recovering from a serious leg injury.

U22 Vietnam tipped for SEA Games glory and AFC U23 breakthrough

With a strong squad at his disposal, coach Kim Sang Sik is expected to make bold changes to help U22 Vietnam pursue twin goals at the SEA Games and the 2026 AFC U23 Championship.

U22 Vietnam faces fierce battle for SEA Games 33 roster spots

The race for a place in Vietnam’s U22 squad for the 33rd SEA Games is more intense than ever, as head coach Kim Sang Sik oversees a roster packed with depth, experience, and ambition.

Overseas Vietnamese players face slim chances for SEA Games 33

Coach Kim Sang Sik remains open to Vietnamese-origin talent, but securing a spot in the final U22 Vietnam squad remains uncertain.