Vietnam national team returns to FIFA top 100: Coach Kim Sang Sik sets unprecedented record.
With a jump of 9 places to 99th in the world rankings, the Vietnamese national team received a shower of praise from the South Korean media for their streak of 13 consecutive wins.
The Vietnamese national team has just marked a historic milestone by officially returning to the top 100 in the FIFA rankings for March. With a jump of 9 places, from 108th to 99th, the "Golden Star Warriors" have become the fastest-rising team in the world this past month.
Admiration from the South Korean media
The prestigious South Korean newspaper Daum has lavished praise on coach Kim Sang Sik's achievement. According to Daum's analysis, this is the result of a sustained revival. In less than a year, the South Korean strategist has steered Vietnamese football from its 119th position (October 2024) to a rapid climb of 20 places, placing it among the top 100 teams in the world.
A record of 13 consecutive wins.
Under coach Kim Sang Sik's leadership, the Vietnamese national team not only improved its ranking but also established absolute dominance in Southeast Asia. He became the first coach in history to win a "treble" of regional titles in the same year, including the AFF Cup, the U23 Southeast Asian Championship, and the SEA Games.
Notably, the team boasts statistics that should make their opponents wary:
- 13 consecutive wins:The longest winning streak in the history of Southeast Asian football.
- 17 unbeaten matches:Maintain a consistent performance level across all competitions.
- 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers:They secured their place in the finals with a perfect winning record.
New vision and goals
Sharing his thoughts on the milestones recently achieved, coach Kim Sang Sik affirmed that this was the collective effort of the entire team, but he has no intention of stopping. The strategist emphasized that he will prepare even more thoroughly to meet the expectations of the fans and aim for higher goals in the future.
Looking ahead, 2026 will be an ultimate challenge for Coach Kim and his team with two crucial tournaments. In July and August, the team will embark on their journey to defend their title at the AFF Cup. Immediately afterwards, in September and October, the challenge will continue with the FIFA ASEAN Cup. With their current dominant form, Vietnamese football is confidently aiming to set new records on the international football map.
