Việt Nam News

Strong effort, huge investment to lift national sport development

Athletes did not have enough international intensive training courses due to funding problems while the domestic competition system was ineffective.

Vũ Tiến Thành appointed director of LPBank HAGL Football Academy

Prior to this appointment, Thành had an impressive track record as a youth football coach in HCM City.

Mai proves running talent after regional victories

The 17-year-old has been one of Việt Nam's 'athletic treasures' who hopes to lift the country back on top of regional games.

Vietnamese wrestling nurtures talent for global competitions

Securing places for the 2024 Paris Olympics has become an urgent task for Vietnamese wrestlers.

Stupid is as stupid does

Now I know Forrest Gump is nothing more than a feel-good flick, albeit a really good one. And I know it is pure make-believe, but this week I’ve seen some really stupid people doing really stupid things.

Young athletes prove potential, running team gains support for Olympics bid

Vietnamese team finished at the top of the 15th SEA Youth Athletics Championship which closed last week in Thailand.

Hà Nội aim for victory against Hồng Lĩnh Hà Tĩnh in V.League 1

Their recent 2-0 win against Thể Công – Viettel has provided the capital team with momentum for their hopes to overcome their upcoming opponents.

Việt Nam secures three gold medals at Asian Youth Chess Championships

In the U14 boys' category, Đinh Nho Kiệt put up an impressive strong performance, finishing nine games with seven wins and two draws, accumulating eight points and securing the gold medal.

Young Vietnamese athletes win at Asian rowing tournament

The Vietnamese athletes competed in 20 events and secured seven gold, four silver and one bronze medal to dominate the tally.

Việt Nam face huge challenges at Asian Cup for U20s

He predicted a a tough tournament but said Việt Nam worked hard to advance to the finals and were ready to give it their best shot.

Seriously injured gymnast needs strong support

Nguyễn Minh Triết, 17, is currently being treated in hospital after dislocating his C5 and C6 vertebrae at the top of his spine.

National women’s football team rank 37th in FIFA rankings

Within Southeast Asia, the Vietnamese women's team maintained their position as the top-ranked team, with the Philippines close behind at 38th in the world and Thailand at 48th.

Vietnamese athletes prepare for three major Asian-level tournaments in 2024

Việt Nam will start their preparations for the 2024 Asian Marathon Championship with two tournaments in the first week of the new year.

Runners set records at VnExpress Marathon Hải Phòng

Elite Phạm Thị Hồng Lệ and amateur Hứa Thuận Long became the first champions of the 2023 VnExpress Marathon Hải Phòng on December 17.

Việt Nam to have good preparation in Asian Futsal Cup

The former World Cup participant will face hosts Thailand, Myanmar and China at the tournament scheduled for April 17-28, 2024. 

Hà Nội beats reigning champion 3F Galaxy in HBC’s opener

After being under level in the first three rounds, Hà Nội fought back strongly in the fourth. They gradually narrowed the gap and levelled the score at 79-all. The match went to extra time when Hà Nội eliminated 3F at 90-84.

Lại Lý Huynh proves Việt Nam’s world xiangqi power

Lại Lý Huynh has pocketed medals from the national championship, SEA Games, Asian Games, and world tournaments. These outstanding achievements have made him the 'treasure of the nation' in the chess field.

Thousands of runners to discover Hải Phòng through VnEpress Marathon

The tournament is the seventh event of the VnExpress Marathon Series which is run by online VnExpress, FPT Group and the local Culture and Sports Department.