Vietnam's Volleyball Team Triumphs Over Hong Kong at ASIAD 2026
In a remarkable display of skill, Vietnam's men's volleyball team secured their first victory at ASIAD 2026,

The Vietnam men's volleyball team achieved a notable victory at ASIAD 20, defeating Hong Kong (China) 3-1 in their final group stage match. The team, under the guidance of coach Federico Rampazzo, displayed a strong performance throughout the match, showcasing their skills and determination.
In the first set, Vietnam took control early on, establishing a favorable lead with effective offensive strategies. Despite Hong Kong's efforts to catch up towards the end of the set, Vietnam maintained their composure and secured the win with a score of 25-20.
The second set mirrored the first, with Vietnam continuing to apply pressure through their attacks while effectively managing Hong Kong's plays. The result was another win for Vietnam, this time 25-20, giving them a 2-0 lead in sets.
Facing a two-set deficit, Hong Kong increased their intensity in the third set, leading to a tightly contested battle. Both teams exchanged points, but Vietnam missed opportunities to close out the match, allowing Hong Kong to claim a narrow victory in the set at 25-23, reducing the overall score to 2-1.
However, Vietnam quickly regained their momentum in the fourth set. They took the initiative once again, maintaining a scoring advantage and preventing Hong Kong from forcing a decisive fifth set. The match concluded with Vietnam winning the fourth set 25-20, finalizing the match score at 3-1.
With this victory, the Vietnam men's volleyball team concluded the group stage of ASIAD 20 with one win and two losses, failing to advance to the quarter-finals. The team will now compete in the ranking matches for positions 9-12, aiming for the best possible outcome.