Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.

Vietnam’s football federation doubles down on grassroots strategies while acknowledging pressure to adopt new approaches.

Vietnam’s U19 women’s team displayed their dominance with a commanding 4-0 victory over Indonesia to book their place in the final of the 2025 ASEAN U19 Women’s Championship.

After more than a year of settling in and achieving modest results with the Vietnam national team, now is the time for head coach Kim Sang Sik to implement crucial changes - before it’s too late.

Vietnam continues to sit just behind continental powerhouses Japan, the Republic of Korea, Australia, China, and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).

After a crushing loss to Malaysia, many call for more naturalized players - but real change must come from youth development.

Thailand and Indonesia's media outlets have offered sharp assessments of Vietnam’s 0-4 loss to Malaysia in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, highlighting tactical breakdowns and the decisive role of Malaysia’s naturalized players.

The second matchday of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers brought drama and surprises, especially for Southeast Asian teams.

Vietnam's 0-4 loss to Malaysia in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers left Korean media shocked and concerned about coach Kim Sang Sik's leadership.

Malaysia dominate with naturalized squad, Vietnam look to regroup for 2026 return leg.

Malaysia’s head coach Peter Cklamovski has strongly defended his naturalized players amid public criticism, affirming their passion and commitment to helping the team defeat Vietnam at Bukit Jalil Stadium on June 10.

Manchester United icons such as Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes will reunite in Da Nang during the Vietnam - United Kingdom Football Festival later this month.

Despite changes in the rival squad, Vietnam’s coach eyes all three points in away match.

Coach Kim Sang-sik has called up 23 players for a training camp in Hanoi in readiness for the match.

Vietnam striker Cong Phuong has withdrawn from training camp due to a foot injury, missing the crucial match against Malaysia.

Newcomer Cao Quang Vinh expressed his excitement after being called up by head coach Kim Sang Sik to join the Vietnam national team for the upcoming Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers against Malaysia.

A spectacular free-kick by Nguyen Luc sealed a 2-1 comeback win for Vietnam U16 over Saudi Arabia at the CFA Team China 2025 tournament.

Vietnam will compete against Bangladesh, Singapore, and Yemen in Group C this September.

After a two-year absence, Cong Phuong joins Vietnam’s national team aiming to prove his worth.

Vietnam’s Hai Long earned praise from FIFA and international fans after dazzling against MU.