The Republic of Ireland claimed a World Cup play-off spot at Wales' expense after James McClean's crisp second-half strike earned his side a 1-0 victory in Cardiff on Monday.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Neymar headline an impressive 30-man shortlist unveiled on Monday for the 2017 Ballon d'Or world footballer of the year award.

Mai Đức Chung will take charge as national head coach in his last match as Việt Nam host Cambodia in the Asian Cup 2019’s third qualification round today.

The 21^st charity Terry Fox Run, to be held in HCM City on November 5, is expected to attract thousands of participants of all ages to the 5-km course.

Youngster Nguyễn Văn Phương won his quarter-final match in the the men’s singles of the National Tennis Championships held at Phú Thọ Tennis Club in HCM City yesterday after his opponene tretired due to injury.

U23 Việt Nam team will compete in the international friendly football tournament, M-150 Cup 2017, held in Thailand on December 9-15.

A volleyball tournament, PV-Đạm Cà Mau Cup, is scheduled to kick off on October 25-29 in the central province of Thanh Hóa.

Nguyễn Huy Hoàng set three national records at the National Swimming Championships held at Phú Thọ swimming club in HCM City on October 8.

Robert Lewandowski scored a European qualifying record 16th goal as Poland defeated Montenegro 4-2 on Sunday to reach next year's World Cup, while reigning champions Germany secured a 10th successive win.