The loss to Morocco in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup not only ended the Netherlands’ journey but also sparked a wave of criticism back home. From former stars to pundits, the consensus is that “The Orange Cyclone” has lost its way, while Morocco fully deserves to continue writing their own fairy tale for African football.

HCMC I takes the lead in the women's national championship, Vietnam national team faces squad difficulties, while the 2026 World Cup and the transfer market remain lively with a series of notable developments.

Hanoi Police FC officially parted ways with Brazilian midfielder Vitao after nearly two years together, just ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Hernan Galindez has an unusual career. He is an Argentine who serves as Ecuador's starting goalkeeper, having witnessed the rise of the generation of Moises Caicedo, Pacho, and Hincapie.

USA is unbeaten against Bosnia after 3 meetings as of the latest date, with USA winning 2 and drawing 1 against the European opponent.

Since Sir Jim Ratcliffe acquired Manchester United, the club has embarked on a process of "Manchester City-ization." Now, the Red Devils are filled with elements of the "Blue Moon," with CEO Omar Berrada and football director Jason Wilcox both coming from their local rivals, and various departments are packed with their former colleagues, such as academy head Steven Torpey.

On June 30, Beijing time, three more matches of the World Cup round of 16 were played. Both teams from Group F—the Netherlands and Japan—lost to their respective opponents and failed to reach the quarterfinals. The teams from this World Cup's most notorious "group of death" are indeed close to being completely wiped out. [Watch the World Cup on Migu Video] In this World Cup, three teams from Group F advanced to the knockout stage: the Netherlands, Japan, and Sweden.

The Vietnam national team concluded its first week of gathering without any training session having full attendance due to numerous injuries.

Hai Phong Club officially announced its first six new recruits, marking the start of its squad rebuilding process ahead of the V.League 2026/27 season.

The V.League 2026/27 transfer market is heating up as numerous clubs actively recruit players to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season.