Written by Han Bing: 69,000 spectators at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles witnessed a historic moment for both Canada and the World Cup. In the second minute of stoppage time, Portuguese-Canadian midfielder Stephen Eustáquio fired a shot from outside the box, giving Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa. This marked Canada's first-ever knockout-stage win in a World Cup and their first appearance in the round of 16.

Defender Nguyen Nhat Minh posted a heartfelt farewell letter to Haiphong FC after three seasons with the team, ending a memorable journey with his hometown club.

Do Hung Dung is attending the AFC/VFF C coaching certificate course in 2026 during the offseason break.

The ninth round of the 2026 National Futsal Championship showcased impressive displays of strength from Thai Son Bac and Thai Son Nam Ho Chi Minh City.

Thai Nguyen Club officially enters the 2026/27 First Division with a young, promising squad and a plan to recruit foreign players and overseas Vietnamese to enhance competitiveness.

Malaysia appoints a new head coach, while Thailand and Indonesia both prepare competitive squads, clearly showing their determination to dethrone Vietnam in the 2026 ASEAN Championship.

The Timor-Leste Football Federation (FFTL) has announced a 26-player roster for the 2026 ASEAN Hyundai Cup. The squad includes 3 goalkeepers, 7 defenders, 5 midfielders, and 11 forwards, indicating that coach Zé Pedro prioritizes strengthening attacking options.

On June 29 Beijing time, the World Cup group stage is over, and the knockout rounds with single-elimination have started. Asian teams suffered a major blow: 7 out of 9 teams were sent home, leaving only Japan and Australia to reach the round of 32. This reality forces us to admit that Asian teams are still very weak, basically at the bottom, and 8.5 spots are truly excessive.

The transfer of Matheus Fernandes has turned into a farce. Manchester United's delaying tactics in signing M. Fernandes now risk them ultimately losing out on the 21-year-old Portuguese midfield talent.

Reporter Chen Yong reports: As the World Cup group stage enters its third round, with teams striving or strategizing for the 32 spots, the Chinese Super League has resumed action. Sharing the stage with the World Cup is undoubtedly a challenge, whether from the perspective of technical and tactical viewing, fan enthusiasm, or even the standard of refereeing decisions.