Việt Nam News

Building on a breakthrough year, Việt Nam’s MMA is riding fresh international success as its fighters notch medals, make UFC inroads and set sights on even bigger stages ahead.

In the letter, the PM praised the team’s resilient and courageous performance throughout the tournament, saying this was especially evident in the third-place match, where the team secured a magnificent victory despite being reduced to 10 players.

Việt Nam claimed numerous titles on the final day, finishing fifth with 38 gold medals at the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, on January 25.

Kim came into the job with comparison to his former mentor Park, but has now made his own marks on the team.

Nguyễn Đình Bắc's top scorer award made Việt Nam's AFC U23 Asian Cup ended more successfully than ever, positioning the Southeast Asian side's in the continental level and its football development.

The recent victory marks the second SEA Games title for the Vietnamese women’s handball team, cementing Việt Nam’s top spot in regional women’s handball after years of persistence and quiet resilience.

In the letter, the PM praised the team’s resilient and courageous performance throughout the tournament, saying this was especially evident in the third-place match, where the team secured a magnificent victory despite being reduced to 10 players.

Contrary to normal beliefs that the third-place decider match would be dull and boring, both teams created for spectators perhaps the best third-place match ever in Asian football's recent history.

Vietnamese masters dominated the 13th ASEAN Para Games' standard chess event on day three of competitions on January 23 in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

The Việt Nam Golf Association (VGA) on January 23 launches their Hanwha Life - VGA Junior Tour 2026 system which aims to provide young golfers opportunities to level up their abilities.

Competitive gaming and breaking sharpen Việt Nam’s medal hopes at the 20th Asian Games in September in Japan.

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has recently announced a total prize pool of US$75 million alongside the full game lineup and schedule for the Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC), the world’s largest esports event, set to return to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 6 through August 23. 

If approved, Thiên Trường will provide a crucial 'strategic advantage' for the Vietnamese team in this vital qualifying match.

Ultimate Fighting Championship Company (UFC) and FPT Play on January 22 launched their multi-year media rights partnership to broadcast the UFC events in Việt Nam.

Vietnamese athletes continue shining in the 13th ASEAN Para Games, winning gold medals and setting records on day two of competitions on January 22 in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

Việt Nam and South Korea seek a strong finish in the U23 Asian Cup third-place play-off, aiming to build momentum after semi-final defeats in Jeddah.

After the semi-final loss, coach Kim could not hide his disappointment, noting that the Vietnamese team fought valiantly, especially given their short-handed situation.

Việt Nam won five gold medals on the first day of competition at the 13th ASEAN Para Games on January 21 in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.