HÀ NỘI – Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính extended congratulations to the U22 men’s and women’s national football teams via the President of the Việt Nam Football Federation (VFF) after their decisive group-stage wins on December 11 secured semifinal berths at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand.

Through VFF President Trần Quốc Tuấn, the PM praised the squads for their full commitment to the nation, highlighting their strong will, resilience and determination, while urging coaches Mai Đức Chung and Kim Sang-sik to focus on meticulous semifinal preparations.

This message of support is seen as a boost to player and staff morale as both teams chase gold medals at the tournament.

Separately, the VFF Standing Committee also announced rewards of VNĐ700 million (US$26,600) for the women’s team and VNĐ600 million for the U22 men’s squad.

The women’s team on December 11 secured a 2-0 victory over Myanmar in a decisive Group B clash. The same day, the U22 men’s squad delivered a convincing 2–0 victory over Malaysia, sealing first place in Group B at the Games. VNA/VNS