Hot football news on the morning of June 5: Nguyen Dinh Bac is compared to Harry Kane by FIFA, Manchester United decides Bruno's future

Dinh Bac gets a special compliment from a FIFA specialist, Vietnam U19 wows Southeast Asia, FIFA pays tribute to Messi and Ronaldo ahead of World Cup 2026, MU settles Bruno's situation, and Arsenal has surprisingly entered the battle to sign Leao.

Dinh Bac is compared to Harry Kane by FIFA

Having been rejected by many training academies due to his small physique, Dinh Bac now receives extremely high praise from a FIFA expert, Richard Allen. According to this specialist, the striker born in 2004 can completely reach the level of Kane if he continues to develop in the right direction. Few know that Dinh Bac was once not retained by Hue or Song Lam Nghe An, but those early failures forged a strong will to rise up.

He said: "Both Kane and Dinh Bac have been affected by the 'relative age effect'. The fact that neither was chosen in the early stages can be seen as a blessing. Those failures helped them build perseverance and a desire to improve. Dinh Bac is still very young and can absolutely grow into a world-class star if he keeps refining himself."

The story of this young striker is becoming proof that talent is not always revealed early, and Vietnamese football can indeed have a 'new Harry Kane' in the future.

Southeast Asian fans tip their hats to Vietnam U19

Vietnam U19 is becoming the center of attention at the 2026 Southeast Asian U19 Championship after a crushing 5-0 victory over Myanmar U19. With a perfect six points after two matches and eight goals scored, coach and his Vietnam U19 team not only lead Group A but also make regional fans shower them with praise.

On Southeast Asian football forums, Indonesian fans call Vietnam the "real championship contender," while opinions from Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines all rate the red-shirted team as the most impressive in the tournament. However, the biggest challenge still lies ahead as Vietnam U19 prepares for an "early final" against host Indonesia U19 to compete for the top spot in the group.

FIFA honors Messi

Just days before the 2026 World Cup kicks off, FIFA caused a stir by unveiling the FIFA World Cup Legacy Patch—a special badge dedicated to legends with iconic journeys in football's biggest event. Notably, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Guillermo Ochoa are likely to be among the first prominent figures to receive this honor as they enter their sixth World Cup in their careers.

More than just a detail on the jersey, the Legacy Patch is seen as a tribute to the stars who have written the tournament's history across generations. The appearance of this special badge promises to become one of the most anticipated highlights of the 2026 World Cup.

Manchester United decides Bruno's future

Manchester United is reassuring fans by deciding to postpone contract extension talks with captain Bruno Fernandes. According to The Mirror, the Portuguese midfielder has directly confirmed to the management that he has no intention of leaving Old Trafford, while his current contract still runs until 2027 with an option for an additional year. Instead of rushing to tie down the 31-year-old star, billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS want to focus all efforts on upgrading the squad, aiming to bring United back to title contention. This move shows the absolute trust the Red Devils have in Bruno, who just set a historic milestone with 21 assists in the Premier League last season.

Arsenal surprisingly joins the race for Leao

Arsenal is emerging as a potential destination for Rafael Leao as the future of the Portuguese star at AC Milan becomes uncertain. According to Italian media, Leao's representative has proactively contacted the Emirates Stadium club to discuss the possibility of a move to the Premier League.

After a disappointing season with Milan missing out on the Champions League, the 26-year-old is reportedly seeking a new challenge and prioritizing playing in England. Notably, the price of around 50 million euros set by Milan is considered quite "soft" for one of Europe's top wingers. Although Manchester United and Galatasaray are also closely monitoring the deal, Arsenal has a great opportunity to create one of the most notable blockbuster transfers of the summer window.