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Vietnam's wushu team target medals at Taolu World Cup

Vietnam’s wushu team is ready to compete at the fourth Wushu Taolu World Cup, scheduled for July 7 and 8 in Haikou city in China’s Hainan province, and is aiming to prove abilities by winning gold.

Vietnam cruise to 6-0 victory as Kim Sang Sik begins building for ASEAN Cup 2026

Vietnam's national football team made an impressive start to their training camp in South Korea with a 6-0 victory over Siheung FC, but head coach Kim Sang Sik is looking far beyond the scoreline as he prepares his squad for the ASEAN Cup 2026.

South Korea camp offers Vietnam decisive ASEAN Cup rehearsal

Vietnam's three friendly matches in South Korea will provide stern challenges while giving head coach Kim Sang Sik valuable opportunities to fine-tune his squad ahead of the 2026 ASEAN Cup.

Vietnam U18 women open Asian Championship with commanding victory

Vietnam's U18 women's volleyball team made an impressive start to the 2026 Asian Championship with a straight-sets victory over Taiwan (China) in their opening match.

Vietnam's injury setbacks test Kim Sang Sik's squad depth

Injuries and an incomplete squad have disrupted Vietnam's preparations for the ASEAN Cup 2026, but they may also give head coach Kim Sang Sik an opportunity to build greater squad depth.

Thailand defeat Vietnam to win ASEAN U18 women's volleyball title

Thailand edged Vietnam in a thrilling final to lift the 2026 ASEAN U18 women's volleyball championship, although the visitors pushed the hosts throughout the match.

Xuan Son embraces new leadership role ahead of ASEAN Cup 2026

Newly appointed Vietnam vice captain Nguyen Xuan Son says lifting the ASEAN Cup trophy remains his top priority, even as he targets the tournament's Golden Boot award.

Vietnam's U18 women overcome Indonesia to reach championship match

Vietnam's U18 women's volleyball team fought back in a gripping five-set battle to defeat Indonesia 3-2 and secure a place in the final of the 2026 ASEAN U18 Championship.

Vietnam debut dream comes true for goalkeeper Patrick Le Giang

Newly called-up goalkeeper Patrick Le Giang has set his sights on helping Vietnam defend its ASEAN Cup crown after fulfilling a lifelong ambition.

Vietnam wins gold at Asian karate tournament

Nguyen Thi Dieu Ly won Vietnam's only gold at the Asian Karate Championships, which wrapped up on June 21 in Indonesia.

Stronger, taller, deeper: Vietnam ready for ASEAN Cup challenge

Vietnam head into ASEAN Cup 2026 with unprecedented squad depth, new naturalized players and a clear mission from coach Kim Sang Sik: defend the title without repeating past mistakes.

Vietnam U18 women open Southeast Asian campaign with dominant victory

Vietnam's U18 women's volleyball team made a commanding start to their Southeast Asian Championship campaign, sweeping aside Kyrgyzstan in straight sets.

Vietnam wins two golds in breakthrough Asian relay campaign

Vietnam’s relay teams delivered a standout performance in South Korea, winning two gold medals at the 2026 Asian Relay Championships and boosting confidence ahead of the Asian Games.

Vietnam women’s football scouts future stars in FIFA talent drive

Vietnam’s women’s football program has begun a major nationwide campaign to discover the next Huynh Nhu, Bich Thuy and Thanh Nha, with a large-scale talent selection process now underway in Hanoi.

Malaysia coach quits months after defeat to Vietnam

Malaysia head coach Peter Cklamovski has stepped down from his position less than three months after his team's defeat to Vietnam ended hopes of qualifying for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

Are three naturalized players too many for Vietnam's national team?

For the first time in its history, Vietnam's national football team could field three foreign-born naturalized players simultaneously as it prepares to defend its ASEAN Cup title in 2026.

Naturalized stars shake up Vietnam squad ahead of ASEAN Cup title defense

Vietnam head coach Kim Sang Sik has injected fresh energy into his latest squad, with three newcomers set to challenge established stars ahead of the team's ASEAN Cup 2026 title defense.

Quang Hai crowned best player of V-League 2025-26

Nguyen Quang Hai of CAHN (Hanoi Police) FC was named Player of the Season at the V-League Awards 2026, held in Hanoi on June 15 to honor the standout performers and teams of Vietnam's domestic football campaign.

Kim Sang Sik calls up three naturalised players for Vietnam’s ASEAN Cup defence

Vietnam head coach Kim Sang Sik on June 15 announced a 28-player squad for the national team’s second training camp of 2026, as preparations begin for a series of international friendlies and the ASEAN Cup 2026 campaign.

Vietnam U19: No need to turn one defeat into a tragedy

Vietnam U19 bowed out in the group stage of the 2026 ASEAN U19 Championship in heartbreaking fashion. Yet the disappointment should not be viewed as a disaster or the end of a generation’s future.