Vietnam football prepares for FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026

Vietnam's football landscape is undergoing significant shifts as the V-League 2026-2027 season commences and preparations intensify for the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026. Coach Kim Sang-sik is actively evaluating talent, including naturalized players and overseas-based Vietnamese players, to strengthen the national squad for the upcoming FIFA-organized tournament in Indonesia and Hong Kong.

Concerns have arisen regarding the fitness of key players, notably midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc, who is recovering from a groin injury. Meanwhile, the V-League has seen notable performances, including a strong showing by Tien Linh for CAHN TP. HCM. In other sports, the Pickleball World Cup 2026 is underway in Da Nang, where player Ly Hoang Nam is competing for multiple titles, including the Masters team championship.

Additionally, the 2026 HDBank National Futsal Cup has officially opened in Ho Chi Minh City, marking ten years of collaboration between VOV and the Vietnam Football Federation to develop the indoor sport.