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Vietnam, Thailand set for quick rematch after ASEAN Cup drama

Barely a month after contesting the ASEAN Cup final, Vietnam and Thailand will meet again on September 29 - with the Thais promising to return at full strength.

Behind Vietnam’s commanding ASEAN Cup title defence

Vietnam finished ASEAN Cup 2026 unbeaten with 21 goals and only three conceded. Behind those numbers was a title campaign months in the making.

Vietnam’s ethnic women turn football tournament into cultural festival

Traditional skirts meet fierce football as ethnic minority women from across Vietnam compete in a colorful tournament celebrating sport, culture and community.

PM, AFC president hail Vietnam’s historic ASEAN Cup triumph

Vietnam’s historic ASEAN Cup triumph has been hailed at home and across Asian football after Kim Sang Sik’s side successfully defended their Southeast Asian crown.

FIFA president hails Vietnam’s ‘passion-filled’ ASEAN Cup triumph

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has praised the extraordinary atmosphere at Hanoi’s My Dinh Stadium and the celebrations that swept across Vietnam after the national team successfully defended its ASEAN Cup title.

Vietnam to face hosts China in Asian volleyball quarterfinals

Vietnam have been handed a daunting quarterfinal against hosts China after advancing from the group stage of the 2026 Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship.

Asia salutes Vietnam after historic ASEAN Cup title defence

From Thai newspapers and supporters to international media and the AFC, Vietnam's historic ASEAN Cup title defence has drawn widespread recognition across the region.

In pictures: Vietnam celebrate historic ASEAN Cup title defence

My Dinh erupted in red as Vietnam completed their ASEAN Cup title defence, with Quang Hai raising the trophy after a dramatic final against Thailand.

In pictures: Kim Sang Sik rides every emotion of ASEAN Cup glory

Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik experienced an extraordinary range of emotions as his team defeated Thailand 4-2 on aggregate to successfully defend their ASEAN Cup title.

Vietnam stars dominate individual honours after ASEAN Cup triumph

Vietnam's historic ASEAN Cup triumph brought individual milestones to match, with Quang Hai winning a record third title and Dinh Bac emerging as the tournament's brightest star.

Vietnam make history with back-to-back ASEAN Cup triumphs

Vietnam made history at My Dinh Stadium, holding Thailand to a dramatic 2-2 draw to win the ASEAN Cup 2026 final 4-2 on aggregate and successfully defend their regional crown for the first time.

Vietnam legend Cong Vinh brings ASEAN Cup trophy onto My Dinh pitch

Former Vietnam striker Le Cong Vinh has been given the honor of carrying the ASEAN Cup 2026 trophy onto the pitch at My Dinh Stadium ahead of the final between Vietnam and Thailand.

Sea of red gathers at My Dinh hours before ASEAN Cup final

Hours before Vietnam’s ASEAN Cup final against Thailand, thousands of red-clad supporters were already gathering at My Dinh Stadium, filling the area with flags, chants and anticipation.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino arrives in Hanoi for ASEAN Cup final

FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrived in Hanoi on August 26 and will be at My Dinh National Stadium as Vietnam face Thailand in the decisive second leg of the 2026 ASEAN Cup final.

Vietnam show resilience against Japan to reach Asian quarterfinals

Vietnam’s women produced a resilient performance against Japan. Despite a 3-0 defeat, they scored enough points to secure a place in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship.

Vietnam-Thailand final tickets soar to $455 a pair on black market

Demand for the Vietnam-Thailand ASEAN Cup final has sent unofficial ticket prices soaring, with prime seats being offered for around $455 a pair ahead of the My Dinh showdown.

Vietnam may turn to Quang Hai for decisive Thailand showdown

Quang Hai could return to Vietnam’s starting lineup against Thailand as Kim Sang Sik looks for greater control in the decisive ASEAN Cup 2026 final second leg.

Vietnam within touching distance of historic ASEAN Cup title

Vietnam carry a 2-0 advantage into the ASEAN Cup 2026 final second leg, but Thailand’s desperation could make the decisive night at My Dinh their toughest test yet.

FIFA President, Secretary-General to attend ASEAN Cup 2026 final in Hanoi

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Secretary-General Mattias Grafström will attend the ASEAN Cup 2026 final between Vietnam and Thailand at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi on August 26, according to the VFF.

Vietnamese swimmers sweep regional junior championships

Vietnamese athletes gave a billiant performance, winning six gold medals at the 2026 Southeast Asian Open Water Swimming Championship on the last day of competition on August 23 in the Philippines.