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Vietnam national team goalkeeper Nguyen Filip pulls out of squad

Vietnamese goalkeeper Nguyen Filip has pulled out of the national team’s March FIFA Days squad due to family reasons. U22 goalkeeper Tran Trung Kien has been called up as his replacement.

Vietnamese squad for March FIFA Days announced

The squad largely retain the core group of players who led Vietnam to victory at the 2024 ASEAN Cup.

Hoa Binh to host Vietnam Ultra Marathon 2025

This year, the Vietnam Ultra Marathon will take athletes to unique trails in Mai Chau, which is well-known for its majestic nature and distinctive cultural identity. It features five familiar distances of 5km, 15km, 25km, 55km, and Ultra (75km).

Bich Tuyen to compete for a spot in South Korea’s top volleyball league

In a surprising turn of events, Bich Tuyen will be the sole Vietnamese representative in the South Korean volleyball try-outs this season, while Thanh Thuy has decided to continue playing in Vietnam.

Boxers ready to pack a punch at world championships

Vietnamese boxers will also take part in a number of tournaments this year. The Asian Junior Boxing Championships will be held from March 10-24.

Players prepare for the 2025 AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup

The squad primarily comprise players from Đà Nẵng FC, the reigning champions of the VN National Beach Soccer Championship. Alongside Khánh Hòa, they have been the most successful teams in the tournament’s history.

Pro Japanese baseball players to give demonstration in Da Nang

Former professional Japanese baseball players Tsuyoshi Nishioka and Shogo Shibata will be demonstrating at the Baseball Experience Session on March 8 and 9.

34 players summoned for national U17 team to prepare for Asian Cup Finals

In order to increase the competitiveness in the team, Roland also gave opportunities to new faces, notably Thomas Mai Veeren, a Vietnamese-Dutch player.

Vietnamese female badminton player finishes second at German Open

​Despite strong support from the German crowd, Linh, placed 26th on the world rankings, struggled from the start. Yeo's powerful and precise smashes quickly established a seven-point lead at 9-2 before closing the first set 21-16.

Bich Thuy’s attack efficiency leads GS Caltex past Korean volleyball chams

Vietnam’s Bich Thuy dominated the court with 9 points and a 7-point serving streak, helping GS Caltex shock Korean champions Hyundai E&C 3-1.

VFF invests in future: U17 and U22 teams prepare for international success

To further bolster the team’s capabilities, VFF has appointed Yutaka Ikeuchi as a technical supervisor, working alongside Roland and his coaching staff as they prepare for the challenges ahead.

Youngsters to enjoy football opportunities through LaLiga’s ‘Next Gen Draft’

Vietnamese young players will have chances to sharpen their skills through an international programme entitled Next Gen Draft by Spanish LaLiga and EA Sports.

Vietnam needs new attacking firepower for Asian Cup campaign

Who will partner Tien Linh in Vietnam’s attack? Coach Kim Sang Sik faces a tough decision ahead of the Asian Cup qualifiers against Laos.

Vietnam’s Tran Thanh Luc stuns Tayfun Tasdemir to win three-cushion World Cup

From an underdog to a champion, Tran Thanh Luc outplayed world number one Dick Jaspers and Turkish star Tayfun Tasdemir to win the World Cup.

Vietnam’s football future: Coach Kim Sang Sik’s strategy for sustainable success

As Vietnam prepares for the 2027 Asian Cup and 2030 World Cup qualifiers, coach Kim Sang Sik faces the challenge of balancing experience and youth to keep the team competitive.

Football hero to hunt SEA Games women’s title

At 74, Mai Duc Chung is the oldest national coach still active and the only national hero currently in charge of a football team anywhere in the world.

National football team to welcome new Korean assistant coach

The proposed new assistant is Lee Jung-soo, a former defender for the Korean national team, who played from 2008 to 2013. Lee gained recognition during the 2010 World Cup, scoring two crucial goals that helped the RoK advance to the round of 16.

Lexus Challenge offers huge bonus to outstanding golfers

Lexus Challenge, one of the largest golf tournaments of 2025, will be held next month and will be offering its biggest prize money to date.

Vietnamese wushu martial artists qualify for 2025 World Games

Duong Thuy Vi, who earned a gold medal for Vietnam at the 2022 World Games, secured her spot at the 2025 event with a strong recent performance.

Binh Duong int’l women's cycling race features 14 teams

The 2025 Biwase Tour of Vietnam and the 15th Binh Duong International Women’s Cycling Race – Biwase Cup were officially announced on February 28.