Vietnam’s national team have received a significant boost in the latest FIFA rankings, climbing five places to 103rd in the world following the March 22 update.

Vietnam has announced its squad for upcoming matches against Malaysia and Bangladesh, combining experienced players with new additions.

The debate over who reported Malaysia to FIFA risks overshadowing the central issue - alleged violations that threaten the integrity of the sport.

Vietnam’s growing pool of naturalized talent could elevate its global ambitions, but legal risks mean caution is crucial.

Vietnam has named a 23-man squad for FIFA Days in March with a mix of experienced players and several new or returning faces as the team prepares for key international matches.

Malaysia's victories against Vietnam and Nepal in the 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers have been overturned to default 0-3 losses, according to a decision from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)'s Disciplinary and Ethics Committee on March 17.

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is moving toward a disciplinary decision that could award Vietnam a 3-0 victory over Malaysia following a naturalization scandal involving seven players.

With a strong squad under coach Kim Sang Sik, Vietnam are determined not only to defeat Malaysia but to do so convincingly in their decisive Asian Cup qualifying clash.

Coach Kim Sang Sik recalls several familiar names for the national team, with notable returns and a surprising absence.

Vietnam head coach Kim Sang Sik is expected to give several U23 players an opportunity in the upcoming national team training camp ahead of matches against Bangladesh and Malaysia later this month.

The next national team list may feature fresh faces as Vietnam uses upcoming matches to evaluate personnel and prepare for the ASEAN Cup later this year.

Vietnam national team head coach Kim Sang Sik has a wealth of choices in goal as the team prepares for upcoming matches against Bangladesh and Malaysia during the next FIFA international window.

The international friendly match between Vietnam and Bangladesh will kick off at 7pm on March 26 at Hang Day Stadium in Hanoi as part of the March FIFA Days, the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) announced on March 3.

Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik faces a defensive dilemma as injuries and declining form affect key players ahead of the next FIFA window.

While not caught off guard by the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s postponement, Vietnam and coach Kim Sang Sik must now navigate added uncertainty ahead of the Malaysia rematch.

The hearing at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) regarding the appeal filed by the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has concluded, but the final outcome has yet to be announced.

As Malaysia await a ruling from CAS over their naturalization scandal, the prospect of point deductions could send Vietnam to the summit of Group F.

Forward Nguyen Dinh Bac has been fined and suspended by the Asian Football Confederation following his red card in the bronze medal match of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.

After a run of 10 winless matches in the V-League 2025/26, Portuguese coach Mauro Jeronimo has stepped down, paving the way for Vu Hong Viet’s comeback.