"National hero surpasses 'Papa Park Hang-seo', Coach Kim Sang-sik rewrites Vietnamese football history! 22 unbeaten matches + advancing to semifinals." This is the headline of an article in Chosun this morning, August 9.

Today's breaking Vietnam football news on August 9: Vietnam team hastily prepares for clash with Malaysia; Bac Ninh Club signs 4 new players

The relief was evident on the face of Malaysia's interim head coach, Tan Cheng Hoe, after his team secured a spot in the semifinals of the ASEAN Cup 2026.

On August 9, Beijing time, new Bucks acquisition Tyler Herro stated that despite returning to his hometown team, he has not been preoccupied with his contract situation or its impact on his future. Herro is a Milwaukee native, having graduated from Whitnall High School in Greenfield. In this trade, two-time MVP and nine-time All-NBA forward Giannis Antetokounmpo was sent to the Heat, while Herro came to the Bucks.

At the New Ullevi Stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden, Manchester United's pre-season friendly against Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain ended in a 1-1 draw. This seemingly calm result actually hides underlying currents, allowing Red Devils fans to see the tactical upgrade brought by the new signing while also ruthlessly exposing concerns about the club's youth academy. From the start, Paris taught United a lesson.

On August 9, Beijing time, Leonard has been exposed to possibly signing three illegal endorsement contracts. Famous pundit A. Smith said that if the investigation is true, the league superstar should be suspended for at least a year. US media also brought up an old story from seven years ago, when Kawhi was rumored to have illegally demanded compensation.

On August 9, Beijing time, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch believes that Rudy Gobert is destined to enter the Basketball Hall of Fame as soon as he becomes eligible. Finch recently appeared on the "RoadTrippin'" podcast, discussing the impact of the four-time Defensive Player of the Year on the Timberwolves over the past four seasons. Finch said: "He's a great teammate with the right professional attitude.

In a pre-season friendly that concluded on August 9th Beijing time, Manchester United drew 1-1 with Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain, extending their unbeaten run to three friendlies. Just two minutes in, PSG had a dream start. Kvaratskhelia played a through ball, Dembélé crossed from the left side of the box, and 18-year-old prospect Mbaye tapped in at the near post to give his team a lightning lead.

The group stage of the 2026 ASEAN Cup has ended, with all four teams advancing to the semifinals now confirmed.

Chelsea put on an impressive performance as they defeated AC Milan 3-0 in a friendly at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium on the evening of August 8. Joao Pedro shone with a brace in just about the first minute of the second half.