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Vietnam volleyball star Dang Thi Hong may retire at 19 after ban

Facing an indefinite suspension, Dang Thi Hong shifts focus to coaching and education, possibly ending her playing career at just 19.

PPA Tour Asia to be held in Vietnam for first time

The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour Asia–Vietnam will take place in the central beach city of Da Nang from September 30 to October 4.

LION Championship 26 returns

The LION Championship 26 (LC26) will take place at Tay Ho Gymnasium in Hanoi on September 13, with the spotlight on the debut of World WBC Muay Thai Champion Truong Cao Minh Phat.

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

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

Nearly 300 players compete at Super 100 Badminton Tournament in Vietnam

The Yonex-Sunrise Vietnam Open 2025 officially kicked off on September 9 at Nguyen Du Gymnasium in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together nearly 300 players from 20 countries and territories.

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.

A new chapter for Vietnamese sports professionals

Efforts to reform policy and boost athlete welfare may signal a turning point for professional sports in Vietnam.

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.

Thanh Thuy joins Japanese volleyball club, SEA Games return uncertain

Vietnamese volleyball star Tran Thi Thanh Thuy has officially joined her new team, Gunma Green Wings, as the Japanese league gears up for its 2025-2026 season.

Vietnam's MMA makes a bold leap toward global recognition

From grassroots efforts to the Lion Championship, Vietnam’s MMA scene is transforming rapidly, with fighters now stepping onto the global stage.

Vietnam’s badminton queen Thuy Linh writes new chapter in world championship

With bold strokes and mental toughness, Linh proves why she leads Vietnam’s badminton scene.

Vietnam’s women’s volleyball team wins hearts at world championship debut

Vietnam’s spirited debut in the Women’s Volleyball World Championship leaves behind lasting inspiration despite early exit.

Trinh Thu Vinh wins Asian shooting bronze medal

Paris Olympian Trịnh Thu Vinh has won a bronze medal at the 16th Asian Championship Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun 2025 in Kazakhstan.

Vietnamese players advance to second round in world badminton championship

Unseeded players Nguyen Thuy Linh and Vu Thi Trang of Vietnam secured second round's slots in the TotalEnergies BWF World Championships 2025 in Paris.

Vietnam to compete at Asian Youth MMA Championships 2025

The Vietnamese contingent comprises eight members, including four athletes and three coaches led by Tong Thi Ngoc Hoa, VMMAF Deputy General Secretary and Chief of Office.

Vietnamese pickleball players bring home PPA Tour Asia medals

Vietnam has earned two silver medals and one bronze in the pro category, while U18 players bagged two golds and two silvers from the PPA Tour Asia's Hong Kong Open 2025.

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.

Vietnam's Thanh Thuy scores match-high 17 in tough loss to Germany

Tran Thi Thanh Thuy shines with 17 points as Vietnam loses 0-3 to world No. 11 Germany.

Vietnam’s Thuy Linh defeats world No. 10 in thrilling opening-round upset

Nguyen Thuy Linh eliminates Thai legend Ratchanok Intanon at the 2025 World Championships.

Vietnam’s volleyball debut stirs hearts with fearless spirit

In their first world championship appearance, Vietnam’s women’s team fought bravely against Poland, winning one set and winning over fans.