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What Vietnam need to reach the ASEAN Cup 2026 semi-finals

After being held by Singapore, defending champions Vietnam now face a decisive clash with Indonesia in the race for the ASEAN Cup semi-finals.

Vietnam lands in Indonesia ahead of decisive ASEAN Cup clash

Vietnam's national football team has arrived in Indonesia determined to revive its ASEAN Cup title defense after a goalless draw against Singapore increased pressure in Group A.

Vietnam beat Philippines 3-1 in SEA V.League 2026 opener

Vietnam's women's volleyball team made a winning start to the opening leg of the 2026 SEA V.League, defeating the Philippines 3-1 on Thursday night at Dong Anh Gymnasium in Hanoi.

Vietnam volleyball makes history with title and ranking breakthrough

Beyond claiming a historic title in the second leg of the 2026 SEA V Cup, Vietnam’s men’s volleyball team has also overtaken Thailand in the world rankings for the first time.

Vietnam’s 7-0 win masks an intriguing defensive puzzle

Vietnam opened the 2026 ASEAN Cup with a commanding 7-0 win over Timor-Leste, yet familiar defensive vulnerabilities left one question lingering: weakness or tactical design?

Vietnam U23 to open 2026 Asian Games against Philippines

Vietnam U23 are preparing for the 2026 Asian Games, where a group featuring some of Asia's leading teams will offer them an opportunity to pursue a new milestone for Vietnamese men's football.

Kim Sang Sik targets big win as Timor-Leste vows to surprise Vietnam

Vietnam head coach Kim Sang Sik says the defending champions have arrived at ASEAN Cup 2026 determined to retain their title and will push for victory against Timor-Leste in their opening match on July 24.

Vietnam retain Asian Pencak Silat Championships title

Vietnam successfully defended their overall title at the 10th Asian Pencak Silat Championships 2026, winning 16 gold, seven silver and two bronze medals.

U23 Vietnam avoid toughest rivals in Asiad 2026 group stage

The draw for the men's and women's football tournaments at the 2026 Asian Games has determined Vietnam's seeding and potential opponents.

Traditional martial arts festival to welcome 16 international delegations

The ninth Vietnam International Traditional Martial Arts Festival will welcome 16 foreign martial arts delegations from nine countries and 43 domestic teams when it takes place in Gia Lai province from August 2 to 5.

Can Vietnam turn confidence into another ASEAN Cup triumph?

Vietnam begins its ASEAN Cup 2026 title defense against Timor-Leste on July 24, with head coach Kim Sang Sik taking a confident, versatile squad to Thailand.

Vietnam settle into Chonburi for ASEAN Cup title defence

Vietnam's national football team has arrived in Chonburi, Thailand, where it will have four days to prepare for its opening match against Timor-Leste at the ASEAN Cup 2026.

Vietnam seeded with Japan and South Korea for ASIAD 2026 draw

Vietnam has been placed in the top seeding pot for the men's football tournament at ASIAD 2026, giving the team a significant advantage ahead of the group-stage draw.

Vietnam enters ASEAN Cup with confidence but questions remain

Vietnam heads into the ASEAN Cup 2026 on the back of an impressive unbeaten preparation campaign, yet head coach Kim Sang Sik knows his side still has important issues to resolve before beginning its title defense.

Imperial Citadel to host Hanoi's first martial arts festival

The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long will be transformed into an open-air martial arts stage when Hanoi hosts its first International Martial Arts Festival in August 2026.

Vietnam's ASEAN Cup plan is bigger than a strongest lineup

Vietnam head coach Kim Sang Sik appears ready to approach the ASEAN Cup without relying on a fixed starting lineup, placing greater emphasis on tactical flexibility.

The Cong Viettel retain foreign duo for V.League title bid

The Cong Viettel have officially extended the contracts of Brazilian midfielders Wesley Nata and Paulinho Martin as the club strengthens its squad for the 2026/27 season with ambitions of winning the V.League 1 title.

Vietnamese athlete moves closer to top of dancesport world

When Vietnamese dancesport athlete Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen stepped off the floor in Bremen, Germany, she carried more than a silver medal.

Vietnam unveils strongest lineup ahead of ASEAN Cup 2026

Head coach Kim Sang Sik fielded what is widely regarded as Vietnam's strongest starting lineup during a friendly against South Korea's Gangwon FC, as preparations continue for the 2026 ASEAN Cup.

Vietnam finishes runner-up at Audition Grand Esports 2026

The Vietnamese Audition esports community erupted in celebration on July 12 as the national team secured the runner-up position at Audition Grand Esports 2026, following two days of highly competitive matches.