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Vietnamese 'Kitchen Gods' Cast to Commentate on World Cup 2026
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Vietnamese 'Kitchen Gods' Cast to Commentate on World Cup 2026

From Tuổi Trẻ · () Vietnamese

Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Vietnamese celebrities known for the "Táo quân" (Kitchen Gods) show will commentate on the World Cup 2026.
  • The program will air on VTV from June 12 to July 20, featuring artists like Xuan Bac, Tu Long, and Chi Trung.
  • VTV will also offer commentary in Southern Vietnamese dialect for the first time, alongside digital streaming options.

A unique lineup of Vietnamese celebrities, famous for their roles in the popular "Táo quân" (Kitchen Gods) television show, are set to bring their comedic talents to the World Cup 2026 commentary. Artists such as Xuan Bac, Tu Long, Chi Trung, and Quang Thang will be special guests on VTV's World Cup 2026 commentary program, which runs from June 12 to July 20.

This collaboration promises a blend of sports analysis and entertainment, with VTV's Sports Television Center stating that the guests will offer "unique perspectives" and "boundless banter." The aim is to provide a "football feast" that is not only professionally insightful but also filled with laughter. Beyond the "Táo quân" cast, the program will also feature other artists, including actor Duc Khue and guitarist Tran Tuan Hung from the band Buc Tuong.

Unique perspectives, boundless banter promise a football feast that is not only professionally insightful but also filled with laughter.

— VTV Sports Television CenterThe VTV Sports Television Center described the expected contribution of the celebrity guests to the World Cup 2026 commentary program.

In addition to the star-studded guest list, VTV is introducing a new feature for its World Cup coverage: commentary in the Southern Vietnamese dialect. This will be available on VTV9, VTV10, and the VTVgo app, marking the first time such an option has been offered. Viewers can follow the World Cup action not only on traditional television channels but also through VTV's digital ecosystem, including its website, mobile app, YouTube, and TikTok.

The "Táo quân" cast's involvement has generated buzz among fans, with many expressing excitement and humorously speculating about potential "Kitchen Gods"-style reports from the football field. The inclusion of these beloved entertainers signals VTV's effort to broaden the appeal of its World Cup coverage and engage a wider audience through familiar and entertaining personalities.

What 'Táo' are you most looking forward to reporting on the 'field situation'?

— VTV Thể thao fanpageThe VTV Sports fanpage engaged with viewers, asking which celebrity guest they were most anticipating.
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Originally published by Tuổi Trẻ in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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