Vietnam's players celebrated their ASEAN Cup 2026 championship at My Dinh Stadium, unfurling a large national flag. The stands remained packed with red-clad fans after a tense final match against Thailand.

Coach Kim Sang-sik's squad drew 2-2 in the second leg, securing a 4-2 aggregate victory thanks to their two-goal advantage from the first leg at Rajamangala.

This marks Vietnam's fourth Southeast Asian title, following wins in 2008, 2018, and 2024, and their first successful title defense.

After helping Vietnam defend the ASEAN Cup title, captain Nguyen Quang Hai beat a drum, leading his teammates in a Viking-style celebration at My Dinh Stadium.

The 29-year-old midfielder concluded a special tournament by becoming the first Vietnamese player to win the Southeast Asian championship three times, in 2018, 2024, and 2026.

In the first leg of the final at Rajamangala Stadium, Quang Hai scored to make it 2-0, establishing a significant lead before Vietnam drew 2-2 with Thailand in the second leg, winning 4-2 on aggregate.

Nguyen Dinh Bac and his teammates lifted the ASEAN Cup 2026 trophy. At 22 years old, the forward from Nghe An completed a successful tournament, earning two individual honors: top scorer and most valuable player (MVP).

Dinh Bac was a standout attacking force for Vietnam in this year's tournament. His speed, dribbling ability, and confidence led Coach Kim Sang-sik to frequently include him in the starting lineup.

He also made his mark in the final. In the first leg at Rajamangala, Dinh Bac assisted Nguyen Hai Long for the opening goal, laying the groundwork for Vietnam's 2-0 victory. In the second leg, he continued to disrupt Thailand's defense, including a breakthrough and shot that forced goalkeeper Chatchai into a save.

Captain Nguyen Quang Hai raised the championship trophy alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino. At 29, Quang Hai's role has evolved since his first triumph in 2018, transforming from a young talent into a captain and one of the team's most experienced players.

The moment Quang Hai lifted the trophy in the presence of the FIFA head concluded a special journey for the midfielder, born in 1997, and the national team in Southeast Asia's premier tournament.

Nguyen Quang Hai shared his joy of winning the ASEAN Cup 2026 with his family. His wife, Chu Thanh Huyen, and son Lido accompanied the 29-year-old midfielder to both legs of the final against Thailand.

Before the second leg, Thanh Huyen and relatives arrived early in the stands, while Quang Hai's parents and older brother also came to My Dinh to support him.

Quang Hai's family experienced an emotional tournament, especially after he faced considerable pressure before scoring the decisive goal in Thailand during the first leg.

Le Giang Patrik celebrated his ASEAN Cup 2026 victory with MC Hoang Oanh at My Dinh Stadium. The female MC attended the final from the stands, wearing a jersey bearing the name of the overseas Vietnamese goalkeeper.

The two garnered attention in 7/2026, when Hoang Oanh cheered for Le Giang during a friendly match between Vietnam and Myanmar in Thai Nguyen. They have since had notable interactions on social media.

Hoang Oanh, born in 1990, was first runner-up in Miss Women of Vietnam through Photos 2012, then pursued a career as an MC and actress.

For Le Giang, the night at My Dinh capped a memorable first ASEAN Cup, as he secured the starting goalkeeper position and helped Vietnam defend the Southeast Asian title, also earning the best goalkeeper award.

Nguyen Xuan Son enthusiastically lifted the championship trophy. This moment held particular significance for the 29-year-old forward, as two years prior, he won the ASEAN Cup 2024 with Vietnam but suffered a severe injury in the second leg of the final, leaving the field on a stretcher and unable to fully enjoy the celebration.

Returning to this year's tournament, Xuan Son remained a crucial attacking player for Coach Kim Sang-sik. In the semifinals alone, he scored three of Vietnam's four goals against Malaysia, including two at My Dinh. Xuan Son shared the tournament's top scorer title with Dinh Bac, both with 5 goals.

In the second leg of the final, Xuan Son nearly scored when his header in the first half struck the post. The trophy in Xuan Son's hands also fulfilled his pre-tournament goal, having stated that the team championship was more important than any individual honor.

Nguyen Xuan Son shared his joy with his wife, Marcele Seippel, and their children during the ASEAN Cup 2026 celebration at My Dinh Stadium. Xuan Son's son held the top scorer trophy awarded to the number 12 forward.

His family continued to support Xuan Son during this significant milestone, after a long period of standing by him through the treatment and recovery from the serious injury sustained in the ASEAN Cup 2024 final.

Two years ago, Xuan Son also won top scorer with seven goals. This time, he reaffirmed his position as one of Vietnam's leading strikers. Xuan Son made important contributions to the title defense, becoming the Vietnamese player with the most goals in the tournament's knockout rounds in history.

Nguyen Tai Loc celebrated his ASEAN Cup 2026 victory with his girlfriend, Julia Wendy, at My Dinh Stadium. This marks the naturalized forward's first Southeast Asian championship with the Vietnam national team.

Tai Loc, originally Geovane Magno, was born in Brazil in 1994 and became a Vietnamese citizen in 4/2026. He was first called up by Coach Kim Sang-sik to the national team before this year's ASEAN Cup campaign.

Julia supported her boyfriend throughout the tournament. In the second leg of the semifinal against Malaysia, she attracted attention in the My Dinh stands wearing a number 13 jersey with "Tai Loc" printed on the back to cheer him on.

Tai Loc was not a regular starter, but he consistently made an impact whenever Coach Kim Sang-sik utilized him.

Pham Xuan Manh, along with his wife Tran Dung and their children, captured the moment after Vietnam successfully defended the ASEAN Cup 2026. For the defender from Nghe An, the joy of winning was complete with his family by his side.

Xuan Manh and Tran Dung married in 2021 after several years of dating. His wife rarely appears in the media, primarily dedicating her time to family and supporting her husband off the field.

In the ASEAN Cup 2026, Xuan Manh remained an important defensive choice for Coach Kim Sang-sik and started in the second leg of the final against Thailand.

He endured a heart-stopping moment early in the second half when his foul on Kakana resulted in a penalty for Vietnam. However, the Thai player shot over the bar, before Vietnam overcame tense final minutes to win 4-2 on aggregate.

This year's championship also gave Xuan Manh his second consecutive ASEAN Cup title with the national team, following his triumph in 2024.

Do Hoang Hen celebrated with his girlfriend, Lais Machado, after Vietnam defended the ASEAN Cup 2026 title at My Dinh Stadium. Lais and Hoang Hen have been dating since 2023 and currently reside together in Hanoi. She frequently appears in the stands, supporting the Brazilian-born midfielder during important career milestones.

In this year's ASEAN Cup, Lais wore the Vietnam national team jersey to the stadium multiple times to cheer. She was also present in Chonburi when Hoang Hen scored two goals against Timor Leste in the opening match.

Hoang Hen concluded the tournament with impactful contributions in both legs of the final. In the first leg, he assisted Quang Hai for the decisive 2-0 victory. At My Dinh, his shot hit the post, deflected off goalkeeper Chatchai, and went into the net, helping Vietnam equalize 1-1.

Truong Tien Anh shared his championship joy with his girlfriend. The defender, born in 1999, is known for his privacy, rarely disclosing his relationships or personal life to the media.

His girlfriend's identity has not been widely revealed by him. Therefore, her appearance by his side as Vietnam defended their Southeast Asian title became one of the rare public glimpses into the player's private life.

Tien Anh was a regular choice on the right flank for Coach Kim Sang-sik in this year's tournament, known for his attacking and defensive capabilities and abundant stamina.

Doan Van Hau, along with his wife Doan Hai My and son, shared their joy during the celebration. This title is particularly special for the defender, born in 1999, following a long journey back to the national team due to injury.

Van Hau and Hai My married in 2023 after about three years of dating and welcomed their first son, Lua, in 2024. Hai My has often been in the stands to support her husband during matches.

This year's championship marks Van Hau's second Southeast Asian title. His first was the AFF Cup 2018, when he was just 19 and a member of the generation under Coach Park Hang-seo.

Coach Kim Sang-sik and FIFA President Gianni Infantino gave a "like" gesture during the ASEAN Cup 2026 championship celebration at My Dinh Stadium. The South Korean coach continued his special record with Vietnamese football by winning the Southeast Asian title for the second consecutive time.

Two years ago, Kim led Vietnam to defeat Thailand with a 5-3 aggregate score in the ASEAN Cup 2024 final. In this year's tournament, his team once again triumphed over their rivals.

Mr. Infantino attended the second leg of the final at My Dinh and participated in the award ceremony, as the Southeast Asian championship celebrated its 30th anniversary. For Kim, the championship further solidified his influence in Vietnam, following consecutive successes with the national team and youth teams.

Duc Dong - Hieu Luong - Ngoc Thanh