CULTURE AND SPORT

FIFA has confirmed that Vietnam Television has secured the broadcast rights for the 2026 World Cup in Vietnam.

The 2026 ‘Spring Colours’ photo contest showcased diverse works capturing the spirit of spring, offering fresh, warm and deeply humanistic perspectives.

Hue is rolling out cultural, culinary and coastal tourism events this April under Hue Festival 2026, as the city looks to draw visitors during the peak holiday period.

Vietnam climbed five places to 99th in the FIFA rankings after a 3-1 victory over Malaysia in the final round of Asian Cup 2027 qualifying.

Quang Tri authorities have approved a VND 1 trillion (USD 38 million) museum project aimed at preserving wartime artefacts and promoting reconciliation and peace.

Danang will host the pickleball world cup from August 30 to September 9, expecting around 4,000 players from 80 countries in a major boost for the city’s sporting profile.

Vietnam secured a 3-1 victory over Malaysia in Ninh Binh Province on Tuesday evening, finishing top of their Asian Cup 2027 qualifying group with a perfect record.

Ha Long Carnival 2026 will return on April 30 with a revamped format, turning the coastal city into a sprawling night-time stage of light, music and interactive performance.

Vietnam are aiming for a convincing victory over Malaysia in their AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier on March 31, despite already securing a place in the finals.

Vietnam will, for the first time, participate in the Venice Art Biennale in Italy with an independent art project and dedicated exhibition space.

Phan Thanh Nhien set a record as the youngest Vietnamese man to climb Mount Everest and the first Vietnamese person to twice carry the national flag to the summit.

Danang will open its 2026 beach season with a nine-day festival from April 25 to May 3, featuring cultural, sporting and culinary events across key coastal sites.

Vietnam delivered a dominant performance to defeat Bangladesh 3-0 in an international friendly in Hanoi on March 26.

An exhibition featuring paintings created by Vietnamese Emperor Ham Nghi during his years of living in exile will be showcased in Hanoi this April.

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) has set a target of returning to the FIFA top 100 rankings and qualifying for the World Cup, with a focus on coaching development and youth restructuring.

Naturalised striker Nguyen Xuan Son has been named the most valuable player in Vietnam’s national team for the March 2026 training camp, while Hoang Hen ranks seventh, according to Transfermarkt.