Hot football news on the afternoon of May 29: Will PSG or Arsenal make history?

Domestic and international football are "ablaze" with a flurry of noteworthy events: The Cong - Viettel sign two Vietnam national team players, MU considers a "megadeal" involving Rashford, and Arsenal and PSG prepare for a high-stakes Champions League final.

The Cong - Viettel makes a big move, attracts two national team stars

The Cong - Viettel is heating up the V-League transfer market after reaching agreements with Trieu Viet Hung and Pham Trung Hieu from Hai Phong. This is seen as a major step showing the huge ambition of the "red tornado" before the 2026/27 season.

Among them, Viet Hung is highly rated for his versatile support and modern attacking ability, while Trung Hieu possesses fiery play and impressive physical foundation. Both have been called up to the national team. On the other side, Hai Phong faces the risk of "breaking apart" after the departure of coach Chu Dinh Nghiem and a series of key players, signaling a turbulent season for the "Port City team".

Overseas Vietnamese player in Europe misses U19 Vietnam call-up

Pham Anh Khoi has become a name that draws huge attention from Vietnamese football fans after signing a professional contract with Royal Antwerp (Belgium). The 2007-born rising star possesses technique, speed, and the ability to create breakthroughs, and is considered one of the most promising overseas Vietnamese talents today.

Notably, the VFF has twice sent invitations for Anh Khoi to join the U19 Vietnam squad but both attempts were unsuccessful. The first time, the player had a busy training schedule with Antwerp's U23 team. For the most recent call-up, all procedures were almost completed when Anh Khoi suddenly suffered an injury during a match against U19 Club Brugge. Despite repeatedly missing out, the chances for the "Belgian-born gem" to wear the Vietnam national team jersey remain wide open in the future.

Champions League final heats up: Will PSG or Arsenal make history?

The 2025/26 Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal is creating a vibrant atmosphere. The two giants will clash in Budapest at 11:00 PM on May 30. Defending champions PSG are rated slightly higher thanks to their explosive attack and Dembele's devastating form, but Arsenal also bring a desire to win the Champions League for the first time.

Notably, the head-to-head history between the two teams is almost perfectly balanced, with 2 wins each after 7 encounters. While PSG aim to defend their European throne, the "Gunners" want to write the greatest chapter in club history under Mikel Arteta. The showdown at Puskas Arena promises to be decided by a single moment.

Rice sends a message to PSG ahead of the Champions League final

Rice is driving Arsenal fans "wild" before the Champions League final by declaring that the "Gunners" are ready to make history in Budapest. The England midfielder insists Arsenal do not just want to "reach the final", but are determined to beat PSG to win the European title for the first time.

Rice believes that last season's semi-final defeat to PSG has helped Arsenal mature greatly. The 27-year-old star also confidently asserts that he is a player for big matches, and reveals that coach Arteta once called him the "lighthouse" of Arsenal. With his current form, Rice is becoming a symbol of Arsenal's desire to conquer the Champions League.

MU plans to swap Rashford for two European superstars

Rashford has become the center of the 2026 summer transfer window as his future at MU grows increasingly uncertain. After an impressive "resurrection" season on loan at Barcelona with 14 goals and 10 assists, the English striker suddenly faces the risk of Barcelona backing out due to the Gordon deal.

In that context, MU is reportedly receiving two shocking swap offers. The first option is to exchange Rashford for Leao from Milan. Additionally, the "Red Devils" are also considering young talent Casado as a long-term replacement for Casemiro. If these deals happen, they could become the biggest "blockbusters" in Europe in 2026.

Domestic and international football are "on fire"

Vietnamese and European football are simultaneously "in turmoil" with a series of hot news. Dong Nai is close to earning a V-League promotion ticket, as they are only 2 points away from winning the First Division title. In the U19 Southeast Asian championship, U19 Thailand issued a challenge, setting a goal to reach the final, putting U19 Vietnam under great pressure. In women's football, Ho Chi Minh City made headlines by entering the top 6 in Asia.

In Europe, supercomputer Opta rates PSG as superior to Arsenal ahead of the Champions League final, but coach Luis Enrique still showers praise on Arsenal's defense. Meanwhile, MU is preparing to create a "shockwave" in the 2026 summer transfer market with a series of "blockbuster" moves.