Written by Han Bing. At the pre-match press conference between Spain and Belgium, the media focused on superstars De Bruyne, Lukaku, and Doku, who were waiting for their chance on the bench during the big win over the USA in the round of 16. Belgium coach Rudi Garcia happened to bring Lukaku to the press conference. Belgian newspaper *Het Nieuwsblad* reported that the French manager emphasized the team's complete difference from Portugal, saying, "I have full trust in my team.

The leaders of Thanh Hóa province and the VFF have agreed to enhance coordination to overcome difficulties, offering renewed hope for the Thanh Hóa team to remain in V.League 2026/27.

The four outstanding teams that have secured their places in the semifinals of the 2026 National U13 Championship Finals are The Cong Viettel, Hanoi, Song Lam Nghe An, and Dong A Thanh Hoa.

Phong Phú Ha Nam easily defeated Hanoi II with a score of 7-0 in the early match of round 5, thereby putting pressure on rivals in the 2026 National Women's Championship.

Thai Son Nam HCMC and Saigon Titans both secured emphatic wins in round 11, adding more excitement to the 2026 National Futsal Championship race.

Samir Nasri was recently questioned in a large-scale investigation linked to a money laundering network from drug trafficking in France.

Indonesia head coach John Herdman believes that the Vietnam team will be Indonesia's toughest opponent in Group A of the 2026 ASEAN Championship, which takes place from July 24 to August 26, 2026.

Spain is on a quest to conquer the 2026 World Cup with an unusual weapon: their defense. The Bulls' impenetrable backline will be tested by the Red Devils' powerful attack in the quarterfinal on July 11.

Singapore suffered a 0-2 defeat against FC Ryukyu, a club currently playing in J.League 3, in their first friendly match during their training camp in Japan.

Club Truong Tuoi Dong Nai continues to strengthen its squad in preparation for the 2026/27 V.League season by signing goalkeeper Pham Van Phong.