Written by Han Bing. With 15 rounds played, the CSL's first half is complete, and it's time for a mid-season review. While foreign players in key positions have dominated the spotlight for most teams, some domestic players have also stood out with impressive stats and form. Their seamless collaboration with foreign teammates has been a vital force driving their clubs forward. Based on data and performances from the first half, our newspaper has selected the top 10 local players.

Chief reporter Chen Yong reports Seven years later, a Chinese national youth team once again appeared on the Toulon Tournament stage. In the first round of the tournament last night, the China U19 national team (hereafter referred to as the 07 National Youth Team) defeated Saudi Arabia's U21 team 1-0, securing a victory upon their return—a win achieved by a younger side against an older opponent. This triumph also served as revenge for the 05 National Youth Team's senior players, as well as a personal redemption for head coach Jurgjević.

The club season has now concluded, and fans are eagerly awaiting this month's 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Some say that when the final whistle blew in the Champions League final, Paris successfully defended their title, while Arsenal lost on penalties and missed out on their first ever Champions League trophy—a real pity. Yet this battle of opposites produced no loser.

On June 1 Beijing time, the French Open continued with more matches last night, and another shock occurred. Four-time champion Iga Swiatek lost 0-2 to Marta Kostyuk, while Chinese hope Wang Xiyu fell 0-2 to Sorana Cirstea, marking a complete elimination for China. Due to these upsets, only three of the world's top ten are left: Sabalenka, Andreeva, and Svitolina!

Coach Velizar Popov once again attracted attention by publicly criticizing the officiating after a draw with Công an TP.HCM, even stating he wants to leave V.League because he feels his team constantly faces disadvantages.

After being criticized by coach Harry Kewell that HAGL "does not play football", coach Le Quang Trai cleverly responded by using Arsenal as an example of the difference in match approaches.

Xuan Son scores a hat-trick before joining the national team, the V-League relegation battle goes down to the final minute, Arsenal celebrate with 800,000 fans, and the future of stars like Onana and Maguire faces major crossroads in summer 2026.

Coach Chu Dinh Nghiem enjoyed a smooth debut with Ninh Binh, winning 2-0 against Thanh Hoa, while also affirming his aim to build a distinct playing style and identity for the ancient capital team.

The V-League 2025/26 season is concluding in the most positive way imaginable for Vietnam, as multiple attacking players shine simultaneously ahead of the gathering for the 2026 AFF Cup preparation.

Vietnamese international Doãn Ngọc Tân has officially said goodbye to Thanh Hoa FC after the team completed their survival objective in the 2025/26 V.League.