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Coach Roland praises U17 Vietnam after 22 goals and 3 straight wins

Coach Cristiano Roland had high praise for the U17 Vietnam team after their 2-0 win over U17 Hong Kong, which secured their position at the top of Group C in the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 qualifiers.

A night of endurance and beauty: Nearly 10,000 runners light up Hanoi

In the stillness of midnight, nearly 10,000 athletes embark on a journey through Hanoi’s iconic landmarks in the 5th edition of the VMHM night run.

Southeast Asia's rising stars dazzle at AFC U17 Asian Cup qualifiers

Southeast Asia’s youth football teams made a spectacular entrance into the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 qualifiers, with Vietnam, Malaysia, Laos and Myanmar all securing emphatic victories in their opening matches.

Vietnam hailed as rising force in Asian athletics

Dalan Jumaan Al-Hamad, President of the Asian Athletics Association, has commended Vietnam for its strong pool of athletes and affirmed that the country has the capacity to compete for medals at both continental and global competitions in the future.

U17 Vietnam crushes Northern Mariana Islands 14-0 to lead Group C

U17 Vietnam delivered a stunning 14-0 victory over the Northern Mariana Islands, claiming the top spot in Group C of the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 qualifiers.

Coach Kim Sang-sik calls up Vietnam’s strongest men for SEA Games 33 in Thailand

Korea coach Kim Sang-sik announced a list of 28 players who will help Vietnam hunt the SEA Games title in the upcoming 33rd edition next month in Thailand.

Vietnam U22 captain to undergo surgery, out for one year

A major injury sidelines Nguyen Van Truong, ruling him out of SEA Games 33 and U23 Asian Cup.

Send-off ceremony held for sports delegation to SEA Games 33

A ceremony to see off the Vietnamese sporting delegation to the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games took place in Ho Chi Minh City on November 21.

Former French rugby star to play charity match in Vietnam

Former Vietnamese-French rugby player François Trinh-Duc, and other former French national team players, will join a charity rugby match in Ho Chi Minh City on November 22 to raise funds for disadvantaged children.

Over 100 athletes compete at Esports Championship Asia 2025 in Can Tho

The Esports Championship Asia 2025 (ECA 2025) kicked off on November 20 in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho.

Vietnam eyes decisive clash with Malaysia for Asian Cup 2027 ticket

A narrow victory keeps Vietnam in contention, but the final match against Malaysia will be the true test.

Ho Chi Minh City women’s team reach AFC Champions League quarterfinals

Ho Chi Minh City women’s football club has advanced to the AFC Women’s Champions League quarterfinals despite a 0–3 defeat to Melbourne City.

Vietnam rises in FIFA rankings after win over Laos

Vietnam's 2–0 win over Laos has not only secured three points in the penultimate match of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, but also helped the team climb one spot in the FIFA rankings.

Vietnam defeat Laos 2-0 in Asian Cup 2027 qualifier

Vietnam secured a 2-0 victory over Laos in the second-leg match of the Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers at Chao Anouvong Stadium in Vientiane on November 19 evening.

Can Vietnam still qualify for the 2027 Asian Cup?

Vietnam faces mounting challenges in its bid to qualify for the 2027 Asian Cup, with Malaysia holding the upper hand and only two games left.

U22 Vietnam captain hospitalized after injury in South Korea match

Midfielder Nguyen Van Truong suffered a suspected serious injury during U22 Vietnam’s match against U22 South Korea and had to be hospitalized in China.

U22 Vietnam fall to South Korea as captain Van Truong suffers injury

Vietnam’s youth squad lost 0–1 in their final Panda Cup 2025 match, with captain Van Truong sustaining a serious injury.

Vietnam-Laos showdown: Kim Sang Sik and Ha Hyeok Jun’s friendship meets rivalry

Two South Korean coaches will go head-to-head as Vietnam and Laos meet in a crucial qualifier.

Vietnamese gymnastics team targets gold medals at SEA Games 33

The Vietnamese gymnastics team is flipping into action ahead of SEA Games 33 with an aim to land two gold medals.

Vietnam wins triple runner-up titles at world bodybuilding championships

By winning another gold medal in men’s classic bodybuilding on the final competition day, Vietnam concluded the 16th World Bodybuilding & Physique Sports Championship 2025 with three runner-up titles.