Upon receiving a prestigious honor, coach Mai Đức Chung immediately did something that moved many people.

Following the receipt of the Labor Hero title in the Renewal Era, coach Mai Đức Chung moved many by choosing to donate the bulk of his personal award to aid disadvantaged people in Phú Thọ.

The former head coach of the Vietnam women's national team, Mai Đức Chung, recently performed a noble act by donating 40 million VND to help those in desperate circumstances in Phú Thọ. This humanitarian gesture once again earned the admiration of Vietnamese football fans for the veteran strategist's generous heart.

Specifically, out of the 40 million VND sent to Minh Hòa Commune (Yên Lập District, Phú Thọ Province), 36.5 million VND came from the award accompanying the prestigious Labor Hero title conferred by the Party and State. The Hanoi-born strategist did not hesitate to use his entire personal prize to share with struggling compatriots and to boost the local women's football movement.

Coach Mai Đức Chung has long been regarded as a living legend of Vietnamese women's football. Before his deep commitment to the women's team, he also served as head coach of the Vietnam national team and spent many years working with youth teams at various levels such as the U19 team, U22 and U23 Vietnam. In whatever role, this dedicated captain always completed his tasks excellently with total devotion and responsibility.

During his three previous tenures (2003–2005, 2014, and 2016–2023), the Vietnamese women's team won six SEA Games gold medals: in 2003, 2005, and a record four consecutive times from 2017 to 2023. Additionally, the team won the AFF Cup in 2019, placed fourth at the 2014 Asian Games for the first time, and participated in the 2023 World Cup.

Under his leadership, the Vietnamese women's team became a symbol of unity, resilience, and perseverance. These "diamond" girls won over fans not only with their achievements but also with their indomitable spirit on the journey to the world stage.

Following the flow of Vietnamese football today, everyone is familiar with the endearing nickname "Chung 'girls'" that experts and fans have given him. This name honors his kindness, understanding, and fatherly care for his students.

At the age of 77, Coach Mai Đức Chung has had a fulfilling career with a series of glories, medals, certificates of merit, and prestigious titles. After leaving the Vietnamese women's national team, the Hanoi-born strategist now spends more time with his family while continuing to participate in charitable activities for the community.