Can naturalized players make Vietnam’s football team stronger?
In-Depth 13:47 08/10/2026Naturalized players have given Vietnam’s attack a boost, but the national team’s recent struggles have raised questions over whether they can make Vietnamese football stronger in the long run.
France come from behind to thrash Belgium 4-1
World 10:59 06/10/2026France came from a goal down to beat Belgium 4-1 in their Nations League Group A1 meeting at the Stade de France on Monday, while Italy secured a 3-1 win over Turkey, their third consecutive match without a loss.
Are Vietnam’s naturalized players good enough?
In-Depth 11:23 05/10/2026Based on transfer values, Vietnam’s naturalized players cannot match their Indonesian counterparts, raising questions over whether the country should rely on naturalized talent to strengthen its national team.
Vietnam’s 8 naturalized, overseas Vietnamese players: Who will start at FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026?
Vietnam News 15:28 25/09/2026Vietnam will enter the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 with eight naturalized and overseas Vietnamese players, including three newcomers. Who could earn a place in the starting lineup?
Where does Vietnam’s V-League stand on global football maps?
Vietnam News 16:00 03/09/2026The 2026-27 V-League season will kick off this weekend with the Vietnamese top flight seeking to strengthen its position in Southeast Asia and Asia despite lagging behind regional rivals in transfer market value and continental rankings.
Thailand coach says 2-0 deficit is ‘just the score’ ahead of ASEAN Cup final 2nd leg against Vietnam
Vietnam News 15:21 25/08/2026Thailand coach Anthony Hudson remains confident his team can overturn a 2-0 first-leg deficit against Vietnam in the 2026 ASEAN Cup final, while Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik urged his players to stay focused as they seek to finish the tournament with the title on home soil.
Coach Kim Sang Sik sets record for most wins over Thailand with Vietnam
Vietnam News 11:30 24/08/2026Vietnam’s 2-0 win over Thailand in the first leg of the ASEAN Cup 2026 final on August 22 made Kim Sang Sik the Vietnam national team coach with the most victories over Thailand since 1991.
Vietnam, Thailand set record with fourth ASEAN Cup final showdown
Vietnam News 12:01 20/08/2026Vietnam and Thailand will meet in the ASEAN Cup final for a record fourth time, renewing one of Southeast Asia’s most familiar football rivalries after both sides advanced from the 2026 semifinals.
Coach Kim Sang Sik makes rare history with Vietnam’s national team
Vietnam News 10:01 20/08/2026Kim Sang Sik has become the first coach to lead Vietnam to the ASEAN Cup final in two consecutive editions after guiding the team past Malaysia 4-0 on aggregate in the semifinals.
Vietnam prepare for bad weather in ASEAN Cup semifinal against Malaysia
Vietnam News 14:36 19/08/2026Vietnam have prepared contingency plans for adverse weather ahead of their ASEAN Cup 2026 semifinal second leg against Malaysia at My Dinh Stadium in Hanoi on Wednesday, with heavy rain and thunderstorms potentially affecting the match.
Vietnam’s Cong An Ha Noi face daunting schedule in AFC Champions League Elite debut
Vietnam News 13:18 19/08/2026Vietnam’s Cong An Ha Noi FC will face five Japanese clubs, along with two Chinese sides and one Malaysian opponent, in their debut AFC Champions League Elite campaign, setting up a demanding test for the Vietnamese club but also a valuable opportunity to compete against some of Asia’s best teams.
Singapore frustrate holders Vietnam to stay top in ASEAN Championship
Vietnam News 10:01 01/08/2026Singapore held defending champions Vietnam to a 0-0 draw in Hanoi on Friday to stay top of Group A in the ASEAN Championship as late goals earned Indonesia a 3-0 win over 10-man Timor-Leste.
