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Easy road, lingering doubts: U23 Vietnam advances to AFC U23 finals

Vietnam secures sixth straight AFC U23 finals berth, but performance issues remain unresolved.

Vietnam defeat Yemen to reach AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Finals

Vietnam edged out Yemen 1-0 in the final match of the AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers held at Viet Tri Stadium in Phu Tho province on September 9 evening.

U23 Vietnam leads SEA teams with unbeaten run in Asian qualifiers

After two rounds, Vietnam is the only Southeast Asian team with two wins, while others struggle to stay in the race.

Coach Kim Sang Sik calls up overseas talent Thanh Trung to U23 Vietnam

Coach Kim Sang Sik has officially called up Vietnamese-Bulgarian footballer Tran Thanh Trung to join the U23 Vietnam squad in preparation for the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers.

V-League transformation ignites fresh hopes for Vietnam’s national team

With big-name signings and quality play, the V-League’s revival could propel the national team to new heights.

Vietnamese clubs face tough groups in AFC Champions League Two

The draw for AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 puts Vietnam’s CAHN and Nam Dinh in challenging groups with top Asian clubs.

Pressure mounts on referees in the intense V-League 2025/26

The V-League 2025/26 is shaping up to be more competitive than ever, placing unprecedented pressure on referees.

Overseas Vietnamese players face tough road to U23 Vietnam

U23 Vietnam hopefuls from abroad must prove themselves beyond foreign training.

Coaching carousel heats up ahead of V-League 2025/26

The new V-League season is set for fierce competition both on the pitch and in the dugouts.

V-League sees overseas Vietnamese player boom: opportunity and risk

The return of overseas Vietnamese footballers is reshaping the 2025/26 V-League season, but integration challenges remain.

Hanoi Police FC lands Premier League youth standout Brandon Ly

Brandon Ly has officially joined Hanoi Police FC (CAHN) from Burnley, becoming one of the most high-profile Vietnamese-origin signings in recent years.

Njabulo Blom becomes V-League’s most valuable player

The South African midfielder surpasses Nguyen Xuan Son in market value, leading Nam Dinh’s star-studded squad.

Quang Nam FC speaks out amid rumors of V-League exit

Quang Nam FC addresses speculation of a merger and confirms ongoing discussions about the club’s direction amid financial concerns.

Late goal lifts Vietnam over Cambodia in AFF U23 thriller

A late goal from substitute Dinh Bac gave U23 Vietnam a hard-fought 2-1 win over Cambodia and a place in the semifinals.

Diego Forlan inspires Hanoi fans during first Vietnam visit

The Uruguayan football legend greeted Vietnamese fans in a passionate meetup hosted by FC Online.

Quang Nam FC drops out of V-League, VFF and VPF scramble for solution

The unexpected withdrawal of Quang Nam FC disrupts the 2025/26 season just as schedules are finalized.

Coach Kim praises U23 team's performance in opening match at ASEAN Championship

Coach Kim Sang Sik expressed his satisfaction with both the performance and the result of his team at the 2025 ASEAN U23 Championship in Indonesia.

U23 Vietnam cruise past Laos, but questions linger

U23 Vietnam secured an expected 3-0 victory over U23 Laos in their opening match of the 2025 AFF U23 Championship, but the performance left observers with lingering doubts.

Two Vietnamese players listed as potential stars at U23 Mandiri Cup

The ASEAN U23 Mandiri Cup 2025 is ongoing, and organisers have listed a number of players, including two from the Vietnamese team, as among those who could make a big impact at the tournament taking place in Bekasi, Indonesia from July 15 - 29.

Vietnam Police II win 2025 ASEAN police football title

The 2025 ASEAN Police Football Cup concluded in Hanoi, with Vietnam Police II taking the top prize.