Vietnam advance to quarterfinals of AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup 2025
Vietnam will face Iran in their final group stage match on May 11, and the result of this match will determine Vietnam's opponent in the quarterfinals.
Vietnam becomes the first team to qualify for the quarterfinals of the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup 2025 after its victory against the Philippines on May 9. (Photo: VFF)
Hanoi (VNA)ꦐ – The Vietnamese women's futsal team secured a 3-0 victory against the Philippines on May 9 in their second Group B match, becoming the first team to qualify for the quarterfinals of the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup 2025.
On May 7, the team defeated Hong Kong (China) 5-3 in their opening game at the tournament, which is taking place in Hohhot, China.
In their final group stage match on May 11, Vietnam will face Iran. The result of this match will determine Vietnam's opponent in the quarterfinals.
Vietnam is in Group B alongside Hong Kong (China), the Philippines, and Iran. This tournament marks the third appearance for both Vietnam and Hong Kong, while the Philippines is competing for the first time.
Vietnam previously achieved their best finish, placing fourth in 2018, and comes into this tournament as the champion of the inaugural ASEAN Women’s Futsal Championship in 2024. The team has also finished as runners-up in all five Southeast Asian (SEA) Games to date.
Hong Kong and the Philippines are both aiming to reach the knockout stage for the first time, while Iran is considered a strong contender, having won this tournament twice, in 2015 and 2018.
In other groups, China compete against Uzbekistan, Chinese Taipei, and debutants Australia in Group A. In Group C, Japan face Thailand, Indonesia, and Bahrain as they seek to win the title for the first time after finishing as runners-up twice.
The two strongest teams from each group, along with the two best third-placed teams, will advance to the next round. The final match is scheduled for May 17.
The top three finishers will also qualify for the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup 2025, which will be hosted by the Philippines, who have already secured automatic qualification./.
Coach Nguyen Dinh Hoang of Vietnam will bring 14 players, who have practised hard at intensive training courses and friendlies in Vietnam and Japan, to China for the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup 2025.
The 16-strong Vietnamese national women’s futsal team will head to Hohhot, Inner Mongolia (China) on May 1 for the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup China 2025.
The third futsal tournament for the VIetnamese community in Malaysia served as a platform to strengthen solidarity as well as promote physical activities among Vietnamese expatriates.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
The cultural event in Canberra not only fostered cultural exchanges between Vietnam and Australia but also contributed to promoting Vietnam’s image internationally
