Việt Nam''s head coach Hoàng Văn Phúc said the team would focus on recovery before analysing China and preparing a suitable tactical plan for the quarter-final at 1pm on September 25 (Hà Nội time).
Currently, Việt Nam stand second in the group of best third-placed teams. They are behind Uzbekistan who have two points with a 0 goal different and while Myanmar are at third with 0 point and minus 13 goal different.
Việt Nam are following a wider trend in Southeast Asian football, but the VFF says the ion of such players will continue to depend on the coach and their ability to contribute to the team.
Head coach Federico Rampazzo said his men were in good physique and best mood for the 20th Asian Games which will officially begin on September 19 in Aichi-Nagoya.
Saigon Treasure Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SACOMBANK) has become the official sponsor of two football tournaments in the 2026-27 season following a signing ceremony September 16 in Hà Nội.
Việt Nam Television (VTV) has officially gained broadcasting rights to the 20th Asian Games (ASIAD), which will be held in Japan from September 19 to October 4.
After the unexpected 1-2 loss to Chinese Taipei in Group E on September 14, coach Hoàng Văn Phúc asked his players to clear their minds and focus on their next task.
Việt Nam will play Kuwait in the first Group C match on September 15, but the team will be missing Bắc, the best ASEAN scorer, as he is preparing for the FIFA ASEAN Cup later this month.
Vietnamese champions Hà Nội Police FC will face their biggest challenge since the beginning of the season against Japan''s Gamba Osaka in the opening match of the AFC Champions League Elite tournament on September 15.
The 2026/27 V.League 1 season has seen a noticeable influx of young players of Vietnamese heritage, many of whom have been trained in football systems in Europe, North America and Australia.
With preparations following a planned schedule and the squad now taking shape, Việt Nam will head to the ASIAD 20 determined to perform to the best of their ability.
Several U23 Việt Nam players made strong impressions in the opening matches of the 2026-27 V.League 1, providing a timely boost as the squad prepares for the 2026 Asian Games (ASIAN) in Japan.
The veteran has entered his 21st consecutive V.League 1 season, a rare achievement for a Vietnamese footballer. He reached the milestone on September 5 when Hồng Lĩnh Hà Tĩnh faced Hà Nội Police, with Hoàng playing as right back.