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Overseas Vietnamese players impress in V-League debut

Overseas Vietnamese stars made an impressive entrance into the V-League 2024/25, drawing praise from fans and coaches alike, with coach Kim Sang Sik quietly celebrating their potential.

Vietnam to host Group A of 2025 AFC U-20 Asian Cup qualification

Matches in Group A of the 2025 AFC U-20 Asian Cup qualification will take place from September 21 to 29 at Lach Tray Stadium in the northern port city of Hai Phong, according to the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF).

Vietnam to compete in AFC U20 Asian Cup 2025 qualification on home soil

Vietnam will play host to Group A matches of the AFC U20 Asian Cup 2025 qualification stage which is scheduled to take place at Lach Tray Stadium in Hai Phong city from September 21 to September 29.

Vietnam loses 1-2 to Thailand in LPBank Cup friendly

Hosts Vietnam lost 1-2 to visiting Thailand in a LPBank Cup friendly match at My Dinh National Stadium on September 10 evening despite scoring first.

Russia stun Vietnam 3-0 in LPBank Cup 2024 friendly match

Despite their efforts, hosts Vietnam (World No. 115) could not make a surprise in a LPBank Cup 2024 friendly game against visitors Russia (World No. 33), conceding a 3-0 defeat at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi on September 5 evening.

U22 players leave for CFA Team China friendly tournament

The national U22 team on September 2 morning left for China to compete at the CFA Team China International Friendly Competition Changsha 2024 in Hunan Province.

Russian footballers to take charter flight to Vietnam for FIFA Days 2024

Russian footballers are scheduled to take a charter flight to Hanoi on September 4 to play Vietnam and Thailand during the FIFA Days 2024, said a representative of the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF).

Russian star goalkeeper Matvei Safonov to play in Vietnam

Matvei Safonov, the star goalkeeper of the Russian national team, is set to visit Vietnam in September for a friendly match at My Dinh Stadium.

Hanoi FC signs Dutch talent as HCM City FC welcomes Vietnamese-diaspora player

Hanoi FC has made a significant move in the transfer market by signing Dutch midfielder Keziah Veendorp, a former teammate of Donny van de Beek, as they aim to reclaim the V-League title in the 2024/25 season.

Coach Kim Sang-sik calls up players for FIFA Days matches in September

Chief coach of the Vietnam national football team Kim Sang Sik on August 22 announced the list of 26 players for the upcoming friendly international tournament LPBank Cup 2024 as part of FIFA Days 2024.

Vietnam's Le Thi Ly and Ha Thi Phuong selected as World Cup referees

They are part of a select group of 38 officials for the competition.

Vietnamese fans to enjoy exclusive AFF Cup 2024 coverage

Vietnamese football fans have received exciting news as FPT Play announces its exclusive rights to broadcast the 2024 AFF Cup and the Southeast Asia Club Championship.

Vietnamese women vie for 2027 FIFA World Cup place

The Vietnamese national women's football team will train in Europe from September 1 to 15 as they strive to secure a spot at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup finals.

Overseas Vietnamese players strengthen V-League

The V-League is seeing a surge in the number of overseas Vietnamese players, a development that not only adds diversity to the league but also provides Coach Kim Sang Sik with exciting new options for the Vietnam national team.

Kim Sang Sik’s strategy for U22 Vietnam: A blend of veterans and rising stars

Coach Kim Sang Sik's recent squad announcement for U22 Vietnam has sparked a spirited debate.

Vietnam’s U16 football squad announced for friendly tournament in China

Head coach Cristiano Roland has announced his 23-player squad for the upcoming Peace Cup 2024 friendly tournament, which is being organised by the Chinese Football Association (CFA) to take place from August 16 to August 20 in China.

The million-dollar transfers in Vietnamese football: A cause for caution

Vietnamese football is currently basking in a financial boom, with numerous high-value transfers making headlines.

Vietnam to play friendly matches with Thailand and Russia in September

Vietnam will play friendly matches with Thailand and Russia on the occasion of FIFA Days in September, the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) has announced.

The endless cycle of challenges in Vietnamese football

Vietnamese football recently saw the return of Quang Ninh, a region with a rich football tradition, after several years of absence from professional competitions.

Vietnam's national team seeks quality opponents before AFF Cup 2024

With the AFF Cup 2024 on the horizon, the Vietnam national team is eagerly anticipating the announcement of international friendly matches.