News Roundup 9/11: Kaka interacts with fans, The Cong Viettel draws 2-2.
Kaka attends Legends Match press conference and interacts with fans. The Cong Viettel concedes a late equalizer to PVF-CAND in the 90+4th minute; Truong Tuoi Dong Nai temporarily takes the First Division title; Vietnam U17 wins 2-0 in Ehime.
Kaka makes an appearance ahead of Legends Match; The Cong Viettel loses a victory in the 90+4 minute; Truong Tuoi Dong Nai temporarily takes the top spot in the First Division; Vietnam U17 wins 2-0 in Ehime. On the same day, the VFF encourages the women's national team ahead of the SEA Games 33; Bac Ninh falters as Ha Duc Chinh still hasn't scored; Malaysia calls up several naturalized players for the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers.
Kaka interacts with fans before the Legends Match.
On the afternoon of November 8th, Kaka and Luis Figo attended the press conference before the Legends Match, where Kaka will face former Vietnamese football legends. The 2007 Ballon d'Or winner still maintained his charming demeanor, creating a lively atmosphere while interacting with Vietnamese fans.
First Place: Truong Tuoi Dong Nai temporarily takes the top spot.
Ho Thanh Minh's solitary goal secured a victory for Truong Tuoi Dong Nai against Quy Nhon United in Round 7 of the First Division, temporarily putting them ahead of Khanh Hoa, who currently have 15 points. The top spot could change on the afternoon of November 9th if Khanh Hoa defeats Dong Thap.
In other news, striker Cong Phuong continues to be absent due to an injury that has not fully recovered. Dong Nai will facilitate his trip to Singapore for a more thorough examination before considering his potential return.
The Cong Viettel squandered victory in the 90+4th minute.
Viettel The Cong seemed to have secured 3 points after tactical adjustments, but PVF-CAND equalized in the 90+4th minute. Hoang Vu Samson – who came on as a substitute – took advantage of a scramble in the penalty area, finishing from close range to seal a 2-2 draw.
This final moment underscores the value of controlling injury time: just one second goal in the penalty area was enough to turn the tide, transforming a victory into a draw.
Vietnam U17 secured a 2-0 victory in Ehime.
On the afternoon of November 8th, the Vietnam U17 team played their first training match in Ehime (Japan) – a preparation for the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers. Coach Cristiano Roland's team won 2-0 thanks to goals from Chu Ngoc Nguyen Luc and Sy Bach.
The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) provides further motivation for the Vietnamese women's national team.
Leaders of the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) visited and encouraged the Vietnamese women's national team before the final preparation phase for the 33rd SEA Games. This was a timely morale boost for the entire team.
Bac Ninh's performance has stalled, and Ha Duc Chinh remains scoreless.
Bac Ninh drew 1-1 at home against Phu Tho – a team currently at the bottom of the table with 5 points. For a team that has received significant investment and aims for promotion, this result is nothing short of a failure. Striker Ha Duc Chinh has yet to score a goal in this year's First Division season.
Malaysia calls up several naturalized players to face Nepal.
Malaysia has announced its 27-player squad for the upcoming 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers against Nepal. Coach Peter Cklamovski continues to give opportunities to naturalized players, notably Jordan Mintah. Paulo Josue has also been recalled; the 36-year-old Brazilian striker has scored 10 goals for the national team in 27 international matches.
