Hot Vietnamese football news today 15/7: Thai referee to officiate the friendly match between Vietnam and Myanmar

Vietnamese football update today 15/7: Thai referee assigned to lead the friendly match between Vietnam and Myanmar.

A Thai referee will officiate the friendly match between Vietnam and Myanmar

The ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) has appointed a Thai referee team to manage the international friendly between Vietnam and Myanmar, scheduled for 7:00 PM on July 18 at Thai Nguyen Stadium.

Accordingly, the main referee is Torphong Somsing. The two assistant referees are Rachain Srichai and Apichit Nophuan, while the fourth official is Niwat Phosri. All are experienced referees from Thai football.

Mr. Torphong Somsing is no stranger to Vietnamese football. This referee was previously invited to serve as VAR official in the match between Da Nang and Quang Nam in the 2024/25 V-League, a crucial encounter in the relegation battle.

He also served as the fourth official in Vietnam's 3-1 win over Malaysia in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers at Thien Truong Stadium on March 31.

Referee Torphong Somsing is frequently assigned to duties in the Thai League as well as major matches in Thai football, including the 2024 Thai FA Cup final.

Assistant referees Rachain Srichai and Apichit Nophuan also possess extensive experience in officiating professional tournaments.

Phan Van Duc leaves CLB Cong An Ha Noi

Midfielder Phan Van Duc will temporarily leave CLB Cong An Ha Noi to join another club on loan, despite his contract with the team still running until June 2028.

This decision was made to help the 1996-born player gain more regular playing time after a period of limited starting opportunities.

In June 2025, Phan Van Duc extended his contract with the police club for an additional three years.

Under coach Mano Polking, the midfielder from Nghe An faced difficulties competing for a spot, as CAHN has a deep and quality attacking lineup. During the 2025/26 season, he mostly came off the bench and did not leave a significant mark.

Moving to another club on loan is seen as an opportunity for Phan Van Duc to regain his match rhythm. The identity of the 30-year-old's new destination has not yet been announced.

VFF sells tickets directly for the friendly match between Vietnam and Myanmar

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) has announced the direct sale of tickets for the international friendly between Vietnam and Myanmar, taking place at 7:00 PM on July 18 at Thai Nguyen Province Stadium.

Direct sales only apply to tickets worth 100,000 VND each, after all tickets priced at 300,000 VND and 200,000 VND were sold out via online channels.

Ticket sales run from 2:30 PM on July 16 to 7:00 PM on July 18, or until sold out. The sales point is at the ticket booth of Stand A, Thai Nguyen Province Stadium.

Fans purchasing tickets must present a valid citizen ID card or passport. Each person can buy a maximum of two tickets.

The organizers advise spectators to comply with security and order regulations at the ticket sales area and when entering the stadium to watch the match.

TP.HCM I escapes defeat in the National Championship

Round 6 of the Women's National Football Championship – Thai Son Bac Cup 2026 featured three exciting matches. Than KSVN secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Ha Noi II to gain three important points, while TP.HCM I managed to salvage a point against Thai Nguyen T&T thanks to a late equalizer.

Than KSVN took the lead as early as the 5th minute through a goal by Ho Thi Thanh Thao. In the second half, Nguyen Thi Nhu Quynh shone with a brace in the 48th and 66th minutes, sealing a 3-0 win for the mining region team. Difficulties mounted for Ha Noi II when An Hoang Cuc received a red card in the 89th minute.

In the match between Phong Phu Ha Nam and TP.HCM II, the home team fell behind twice but still managed a 2-2 draw. Vinh Thuc Nghi and Ngoc Duyen scored for TP.HCM II, while Ta Thi Thuy and Dao Thi Ngan each found the net to help Phong Phu Ha Nam earn one point.

The clash between Thai Nguyen T&T and TP.HCM I ended in a 1-1 draw. Hoang Thi Ngoc Anh put the home team ahead in the 64th minute, but Dau Nguyen Quynh Anh scored in the 88th minute, helping TP.HCM I avoid defeat.