Ho Chi Minh City FC wins National Women's Football Cup for fifth time

Ho Chi Minh City FC has secured their fifth National Women's Football Cup title, triumphing over Hanoi I FC in a tense final. The match, held on May 27 in Thai Nguyen, ended in a 0-0 draw after regular time, forcing a penalty shootout. Both teams, which contribute significantly to the Vietnam women's national team, displayed strong defensive efforts and created chances throughout the game. Hanoi I FC had early opportunities, while Ho Chi Minh City FC hit the crossbar in the first half. Ultimately, Ho Chi Minh City FC's composure shone through in the shootout, where they converted all three penalties to secure the win. Coach Doan Thi Kim Chi's team celebrated their victory with a 200 million VND bonus from the Ho Chi Minh City Football Federation. This marks their fifth cup win, adding to previous victories in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2024. Hanoi I FC, despite a younger squad, was unable to secure their first title.