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Vietnam thrashes Malaysia 7-0, checks all boxes in SEA Games opener

Vietnam’s national women’s football team began their SEA Games 33 campaign with a sensational 7-0 win over Malaysia, completing all three of their strategic goals in the opening match.

FIFA to unveil World Cup 2026 matchups in global gala

The draw for the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup takes place tonight in Washington, launching the 2026 tournament with 48 teams and 104 matches.

Xuan Son’s long road back: From injury to national team spotlight

Xuan Son has made his return to both the Vietnam national team and Nam Dinh FC, but regaining his peak form will require more time and effort.

Disappointment in victory: Vietnam’s shaky win over Laos sets alarm bells

U22 Vietnam clinched a narrow 2-1 win over U22 Laos, but the lackluster performance raised more concerns than confidence.

SEA Games 33: Vietnam beat Laos but reveal vulnerabilities

A brace from Dinh Bac helped U22 Vietnam secure a narrow 2-1 win over Laos, but poor defending and wasted chances drew criticism from both fans and the coach.

U22 Vietnam needs a new identity, not just lucky wins

U22 Vietnam remains unbeaten, but fans are demanding more than just results ahead of SEA Games 33.

U22 Vietnam arrives in Thailand with gold medal ambitions at SEA Games 33

U22 Vietnam has officially landed in Bangkok to begin their campaign at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, aiming to reclaim the gold medal in men’s football.

U17 Vietnam shines as 16 teams qualify for 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup

The 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup qualifiers have concluded, with seven group winners securing their spots at the finals in Saudi Arabia. Among them, China and Vietnam stood out with dominant performances.

Coach Kim finalizes U22 Vietnam squad, notable absentees spark surprise

Coach Kim Sang Sik has taken many by surprise with his final selection of the U22 Vietnam squad for the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand.

Lessons from the past: Vietnam must respect SEA Games challenges

Head coach Kim Sang Sik and his U22 Vietnam squad are brimming with confidence ahead of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, aiming squarely for the gold medal in men’s football. Yet history suggests this tournament remains as unpredictable as ever.

Coach Kim Sang Sik: U22 Vietnam ready to claim SEA Games gold

Coach Kim Sang Sik has affirmed that U22 Vietnam is fully prepared to compete for the men's football gold medal at the upcoming SEA Games 33 in Thailand.

Vietnam U17 rout Macau to set up final showdown with Malaysia

With a commanding 4-0 win over Macau, Vietnam U17 reclaim the top of Group C and prepare for a decisive clash with Malaysia.

Vietnam U22 changes match schedule and venue for SEA Games 33

Vietnam’s U22 men’s football team will play their SEA Games 33 group matches in Bangkok instead of Songkhla, following major flooding in southern Thailand.

Tempers flare as CAHN and Beijing Guoan reignite tensions in AFC match

Despite being fined $5,000 by the AFC, CAHN (Hanoi Police) and Beijing Guoan players once again engaged in a heated altercation during their AFC Champions League Two clash.

Vietnam U22: SEA Games gold is just the beginning

Vietnam U22 is the top contender for SEA Games gold, but Coach Kim eyes success beyond the region.

SEA Games 33 rocked by Cambodia’s sudden exit from men’s football

Cambodia’s national sports delegation has officially withdrawn from eight sports at the upcoming 33rd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) in Thailand, including the men’s football competition.

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.

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.

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.