Vietnam National Team Wins AFF Cup 2026

In 2026, the AFF Cup in the Philippines became the stage for a Vietnamese football miracle. The final match on December 28 saw Vietnam face Thailand directly. Players like Do Duy Manh and Nguyen Van Toan led the team with excellent coordination, scoring in the 67th and 89th minutes. The match ended 1-0, with fans at Rizal Memorial Stadium cheering loudly. Coach Park Hang-seo emphasized unity as the key. After 14 years of waiting, Vietnam lifted the first AFF Cup in history. This is proof of the continuous development of Vietnamese football, where young talents are trained through international competitions. The whole country was filled with joy, with parades and victory celebrations. Local media reported captain Do Duy Manh jumping when he scored, leaving an eternal mark in fans' hearts.