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Vietnam’s historic U17 World Cup qualification earns widespread praise across Southeast Asia

The historic win not only secured Vietnam’s first-ever berth at the FIFA U17 World Cup, but also drew widespread admiration from football commentators and media outlets in Thailand and Indonesia.

Vietnam secure berth at FIFA U17 World Cup 2026 for first time

Vietnam national U17 football team secured a place at the FIFA U17 World Cup 2026 for the first time after defeating United Arab Emirates national U17 football team 3-2 on in the final Group C match of the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 in Saudi Arabia on early May 14 (Vietnam time).

Vietnam surge nine spots back into world Top 100

The side coached by Kim Sang Sik climbed to 1,225.68 points, gaining 36.17 points from the previous ranking. The rise returns Vietnam to the global Top 100, a notable milestone for the national team.

Vietnam rise five places in FIFA rankings, close in on top 100

According to the Vietnam Football Federation, the improvement comes after points were restored following developments in Group F of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualification.

Vietnam prepare for 2026 AFC U17 Women Asian Cup finals

A total of 30 players, called up from provinces and clubs nationwide, are taking part in the camp, which will run at the Vietnam youth football training centre in Tu Liem ward until April 9.

33rd SEA Games: Regional media abuzz over Vietnamese U22’s dramatic victory

Thai newspapers expressed deep disappointment with their team over what many described as a “heartbreaking” defeat.

SEA Games 33: Vietnam defeat Thailand 3-2 after extra time to claim men's football gold medal

Vietnam made a impressive comeback to beat Thailand 3-2 after extra time and claim the 33rd SEA Games men's football final. This is the fourth SEA Games men's football gold medal of Vietnam.

Vietnamese men’s futsal team enters world’s Top 20 in FIFA rankings

With the new standing, Vietnam now rank fourth in Asia, behind only Iran (5th worldwide), Thailand (11th) and Japan (13th).