VnExpress International
The most read Vietnamese newspaper
Vietnamese Edition
| Contact us | Follow us on       
Sports

Football

Boxing Marathon Tennis Golf Other sports Trivia
FIFA president Infantino sparks outrage after calling for lifting of Russia ban

FIFA president Infantino sparks outrage after calling for lifting of Russia ban

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has ignited controversy by suggesting it is time to reconsider the ban on Russian football, arguing that the sanctions imposed since 2022 achieved nothing.
French star Benzema joins Al Hilal, Ronaldo's tension with Saudi football increased

French star Benzema joins Al Hilal, Ronaldo's tension with Saudi football increased

Saudi owners hit back at Ronaldo amid tension

Saudi owners hit back at Ronaldo amid tension

Messi's old jersey fetches higher price than Ronaldo's at John Terry auction

Messi's old jersey fetches higher price than Ronaldo's at John Terry auction

A vintage Lionel Messi jersey has sold for significantly more than a Cristiano Ronaldo shirt at an auction of Chelsea legend John Terry's personal memorabilia collection.
February 2, 2026 | 07:05 pm PT
Temporary ban lift for 7 Malaysia naturalized players does not mean they are eligible, CAS warns

Temporary ban lift for 7 Malaysia naturalized players does not mean they are eligible, CAS warns

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has issued a warning regarding the seven banned naturalized Malaysian players, affirming that the stay of execution granting them permission to play is only temporary and does not validate their eligibility.
February 2, 2026 | 06:23 pm PT
Ronaldo refuses to play for Al Nassr amid frustration with Saudi management

Ronaldo refuses to play for Al Nassr amid frustration with Saudi management

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly refused to play in the next match of Al Nassr's Saudi Pro League, citing deep dissatisfaction with the Public Investment Fund's (PIF) management of the club.
February 2, 2026 | 03:00 pm PT
Vietnam forward Nguyen Dinh Bac beats Chinese rival in U23 Asian Cup favorite goal voting

Vietnam forward Nguyen Dinh Bac beats Chinese rival in U23 Asian Cup favorite goal voting

Forward Nguyen Dinh Bac has won the Favorite Knockout Stage Goal in the Asian Football Confederation U23 Championship 2026, based on an online vote.
January 31, 2026 | 09:00 pm PT
Chinese media stunned by 2,000-guests celebration banquet hosted by Vietnam star forward Nguyen Dinh Bac's family

Chinese media stunned by 2,000-guests celebration banquet hosted by Vietnam star forward Nguyen Dinh Bac's family

Chinese netizens and media outlets have expressed surprise and admiration after the family of Vietnam's rising football star Nguyen Dinh Bac hosted a massive 180-table banquet to celebrate his success at the 2026 U23 Asian Cup.
January 31, 2026 | 01:47 am PT
Vietnam's rising star Nguyen Dinh Bac surpasses Chinese goalkeeper Li Hao to be voted standout player at U23 Asian Cup

Vietnam's rising star Nguyen Dinh Bac surpasses Chinese goalkeeper Li Hao to be voted standout player at U23 Asian Cup

Star forward Nguyen Dinh Bac has been named the "player who caught the eye" at the 2026 U23 Asian Cup following a victory in a fan poll conducted by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).
January 31, 2026 | 01:15 am PT
French football star Benzema refuses to play for Al-Ittihad after no-salary contract offer

French football star Benzema refuses to play for Al-Ittihad after no-salary contract offer

French star striker Karim Benzema has gone on strike and refused to play for Al-Ittihad just hours before their Saudi Pro League clash on Friday after receiving a contract offer he deemed "disrespectful."
January 30, 2026 | 03:26 pm PT
China issues 73 life bans, punishes top football clubs for match-fixing

China issues 73 life bans, punishes top football clubs for match-fixing

China's football association issued lifetime bans to 73 people, including former national team head coach Li Tie, and punished 13 top professional clubs for match-fixing and corruption, it said Thursday.
January 29, 2026 | 10:52 pm PT
AFC unsure about Malaysia's use of 7 naturalized players against Vietnam amid forgery scandal

AFC unsure about Malaysia's use of 7 naturalized players against Vietnam amid forgery scandal

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has affirmed that the seven Malaysia naturalized players are eligible to play for their clubs, but their potential to represent the national team remains uncertain as FIFA has yet to issue detailed guidelines.
January 29, 2026 | 05:06 am PT
Vietnam's Nam Dinh FC among top 3 most valuable clubs in Southeast Asia

Vietnam's Nam Dinh FC among top 3 most valuable clubs in Southeast Asia

Reigning V. League champions Nam Dinh FC have been ranked as the third most valuable football club in Southeast Asia by squad value.
January 29, 2026 | 05:05 am PT
Court hearing date set for Malaysia football naturalization scandal

Court hearing date set for Malaysia football naturalization scandal

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has confirmed that the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will hold a hearing for its appeal against FIFA regarding the eligibility of seven naturalized players in February.
January 28, 2026 | 08:53 pm PT
Lawyer warns Malaysia naturalized players to not celebrate suspension of FIFA ban yet

Lawyer warns Malaysia naturalized players to not celebrate suspension of FIFA ban yet

A prominent Malaysian sports lawyer has reminded the seven naturalized players sanctioned by FIFA that the lifting of their ban is only temporary, warning that their clubs still face significant legal risks if the appeal is rejected.
January 28, 2026 | 12:11 am PT
Entire Malaysia football leadership resigns amid FIFA sanctions over foreign-born player scandal

Entire Malaysia football leadership resigns amid FIFA sanctions over foreign-born player scandal

The entire executive committee of Malaysia's football association resigned on Wednesday, the latest blow in a damaging eligibility row over forged documents used to field foreign-born players in Asian Cup qualifiers.
January 27, 2026 | 11:01 pm PT
Malaysian naturalized players express relief as CAS temporarily lifts FIFA ban

Malaysian naturalized players express relief as CAS temporarily lifts FIFA ban

Malaysian naturalized players Rodrigo Holgado and Gabriel Palmero have expressed their relief after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) granted a provisional suspension of their one-year FIFA ban, allowing them to return to football.
January 27, 2026 | 08:06 pm PT
Comparing Yamal to Messi 'crazy': Barca's Olmo

Comparing Yamal to Messi 'crazy': Barca's Olmo

Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo said Tuesday it is "crazy" to compare teenage winger Lamine Yamal to club great Lionel Messi.
January 27, 2026 | 08:12 pm PT
From winning streak to top scorer: 10 milestones set by Vietnam at AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026

From winning streak to top scorer: 10 milestones set by Vietnam at AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026

Under the guidance of head coach Kim Sang-sik, Vietnam have set a series of unprecedented milestones on their journey to third place at the 2026 U23 Asian Cup.
January 27, 2026 | 05:51 am PT
South Korean goalkeeper says 'did not receive any instructions' in heavy penalty shootout loss to Vietnam at U23 Asian Cup

South Korean goalkeeper says 'did not receive any instructions' in heavy penalty shootout loss to Vietnam at U23 Asian Cup

South Korean goalkeeper Hwang Jae-yun has found himself in controversy following his team's defeat to Vietnam in the 2026 U23 Asian Cup third-place playoff, after an apology that led to misunderstandings regarding his coaching staff.
January 27, 2026 | 12:25 am PT
View more stories
 
go to top