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FIFA spotlights notable players of Vietnam ahead of Women's World Cup

Weeks prior to the world's largest football festival - Australia/New Zealand World Cup 2023 - FIFA has highlighted five influential players of Vietnam, which will make its first World Cup appearance next month.

Vietnam names 23 players for 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Finals

Coach Mai Duc Chung and his assistants have agreed on the list of 23 players who will depart for New Zealand to compete in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Finals, according to the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF).

Foreigners enjoy bustling atmosphere in Hanoi’s Old Quarter for World Cup final

Thousands of local and international tourists flocked to Ta Hien street in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter on the night of December 18 in order to watch the final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup between France and Argentina.

World Cup trophy shaped bonsai trees go on sale

Kumquat bonsai trees in the shape of the World Cup are proving popular among shoppers for home decorations in northern Vietnam.

Gambling soars during World Cup

Football betting is taking place in the open air at venues where people gather to watch World Cup matches, or quietly online.

Foreign fans gather at Hanoi's beer street for World Cup 2022

German and Spanish football fans grouped up at beer shops along Ta Hien Street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter on November 28 to cheer their football teams at the ongoing 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Foreigners flock to Hanoi street to cheer on World Cup

Many foreign tourists are rushing to Ta Hien Street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter to watch World Cup matches.

World Cup: A time of pleasure for Hanoi football fans

While watching a game at home is fine, being at a café or restaurant is a great way to socialize with other fans.

Hanoians admire souvenir collection of Euro banknotes for World Cup 2022

The collection was created to promote the World Cup 2022 underway in Qatar.

Vietnamese football official, player to take part in World Cup 2022

Vietnam do not qualify to compete in the coming FIFA World Cup 2022 but at least two Vietnamese persons will attend the global tournament later this month.

Vietnam eyes spot at 2030 World Cup finals

The Vietnam national football team is aiming to make it through to the finals of the 2030 World Cup, according to Tran Quoc Tuan, chairman of the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF).

2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Vietnam to face defending champions US

Vietnam will play defending champions United States in their opening Group E match after the draw of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup held in Auckland, New Zealand, on October 22.

Vietnam already buys World Cup broadcasting rights

Vietnam Television (VTV) has announced that it successfully bought expensive World Cup broadcasting rights for about US$14 million (about VND 350 billion).

Vietnam win 2-0 over Thailand in play-off round in women's football World Cup

The national women’s football team defeated Thailand 2-0 in the 2023 World Cup’s play-off round.

Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan to play off for Women’s World Cup berth

The Vietnam national women’s team will take on Thailand and Taiwan (China) to seek a 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup ticket after losing China in the Women’s Asian Cup quarterfinals on January 30.

Oman condemn Vietnam to fourth defeat in a row

Vietnam slumped to their fourth defeat in four World Cup qualifiers last night away to Oman, all but ending their hopes of booking a place in Qatar 2022.

Despite comeback, Vietnam lose to China in World Cup qualifier

Vietnam fell to a heartbreaking 2-3 defeat to China after a stirring comeback was foiled by a last-minute goal on October 7 night (local time) in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Football fans can’t wait for Vietnam vs China World Cup qualifier

The Vietnamese national team’s upcoming fixture against China at the Sharjah stadium in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the final round of Asian qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup is attracting huge attention from football fans.

Vietnam arrive Dubai for World Cup qualifying match against China

Vietnam's national football team landed the UAE on October 1 ahead of their 2022 World Cup qualifier against China in a week's time.

Hai Phong FC proposes plan to organise World Cup qualifiers matches at their stadium

Following complaints about the state of the pitch at Vietnam’s national stadium, Hai Phong FC is offering to host the next round of World Cup qualifier games.