The Vietnam national football team is gearing up for the ASEAN Cup 2026, where they will compete in Group A alongside Indonesia, Singapore, Cambodia, and Timor Leste. The tournament is scheduled to take place from July 24 to August 26, 2026, with the group stage featuring a round-robin format.

Vietnam's first match will be against Timor Leste at a neutral venue in Chonburi, Thailand, on July 24. This match is crucial as it marks the beginning of their title defense after winning the previous edition. Following this, they will face Singapore, Indonesia, and Cambodia in their remaining group matches.

The team has been preparing intensively, having completed a training camp that included three friendly matches against South Korean clubs. They also secured a convincing 4-0 victory against Myanmar in a recent warm-up match, showcasing their readiness for the upcoming tournament. Key players such as Xuân Son, Hoàng Hên, and Tài Lộc made significant contributions during this match, helping solidify the team's core lineup.

Vietnam's group stage matches are as follows:

• July 24: 20:30 - Timor Leste vs Vietnam
• July 31: 20:00 - Vietnam vs Singapore
• August 3: 20:30 - Indonesia vs Vietnam
• August 7: 20:00 - Vietnam vs Cambodia

With a balanced group and strong competition from Indonesia, Vietnam aims to secure a top position to advance to the semifinals. The match against Indonesia is expected to be a pivotal encounter in determining the group standings.