Hot football news on the afternoon of July 2: Dong Nai makes a 'big splash' despite just being promoted to V-League

Truong Tuoi Dong Nai unveils 4 new players, Vietnam U17 gets disappointing news, Henry warns England against Mexico, Tottenham smashes record for Tonali, and many other notable events from Vietnamese football and the 2026 World Cup.

Truong Tuoi Dong Nai unveils 4 new recruits

Ahead of the 2026/27 season, Truong Tuoi Dong Nai has officially announced four new signingsduring the summer transfer window, including goalkeeper Pham Van Phong, center-back Bui Tien Dung, and two defenders Nguyen Van Duc and Phan Van Hieu. These are all experienced professional players expected to increase depth and improve the quality of the defense.

The collective recruitment of defenders shows that the Green Warriorsare prioritizing building a solid defensive foundation before the new season. Truong Tuoi Dong Nai is expected to continue strengthening its squad in the coming period, demonstrating their determination to compete for results and make their mark in the 2026/27 season.

Vietnam U17 star suffers serious injury

Goalkeeper Ly Xuan Hoa, who played a key role in helping Vietnam U17 qualify for the 2026 U17 World Cup, suffered a severe injury during the match between U17 PVF and U17 SLNA in the 2026 National U17 qualifiers. After being taken for examination, a CT scan confirmed that the 2009-born goalkeeper suffered a fracture of the right maxillary sinus wall, but fortunately it did not affect the brain area.

Xuan Hoa is the number one goalkeeper of Vietnam U17, having won the Golden Glove at the 2026 ASEAN U17 Championship and played a major role in helping the team qualify for the U17 World Cup for the first time. His injury has caused concern among fans, but the positive sign is that the treatment process is expected to help the young goalkeeper return to the pitch soon.

Oyarzabal and his sharp response

After a disappointing performance against Cape Verde where he did not touch the ball in the first 30 minutes, Mikel Oyarzabal quickly responded to all doubts with a brace and an assist in Spain's 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia. Coach Luis de la Fuente immediately defended his player, stating that only those "who know nothing about football" would underestimate the Real Sociedad striker.

Ahead of the clash with Austria in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, Oyarzabal continues to be highly anticipated thanks to his special knack for knockout matches, where he has scored 6 goals for Spain in the Euro and UEFA Nations League. The 28-year-old striker also called for reducing the pressure on Lamine Yamal, emphasizing that calmness will be key in do-or-die matches.

Henry warns England national team

Although England came from behind to beat DR Congo 2-1 to secure a spot in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, the legendary Thierry Henry still expressed concern ahead of their encounter with Mexico. According to the former French striker, the "Three Lions" will have little chance of turning the game around if they continue to start slowly and concede early goals.

Henry rated Mexico as a dangerous opponent, having won all four matches, conceded no goals, and also holding the home advantage at the Azteca stadium at an altitude of over 2,000m. While still believing Harry Kane can make a difference with his excellent goalscoring ability, Henry emphasized that England cannot always rely on their captain if they want to go far in the 2026 World Cup.

Tottenham breaks the bank for Tonali

Tottenham continues to shake up the summer 2026 transfer market by reaching an agreement to sign midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle for a total value of up to 100 million Pounds, making the Italian international the most expensive signing in the club's history. According to Fabrizio Romano, Spurs will pay an initial 92.5 million Pounds plus 7.5 million Pounds in performance-related add-ons. This deal surpasses the 85 million Pound record for Mateus Fernandes, showing the great ambition of the London club.

After overcoming his suspension period, Tonali has regained impressive form in a Newcastle shirt and is expected to elevate Tottenham's midfield in the 2026/27 season, where Spurs are aiming to compete for major titles.

Highlight football news

Vietnamese and international football continues to be lively with many notable developments. Australian coach John Hutchinson, despite refusing to lead a V-League club, still praised the professional quality and organization of Vietnamese football, while Stephan Mauk commented that the V-League is increasingly attractive thanks to competitive compensation. On the same day, the Vietnam national team departed for South Korea for a training camp, preparing for the campaign to defend their ASEAN Championship 2026 title.

At the 2026 World Cup, Harry Kane received a "rain" of praise from Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimovic after England's comeback, while Belgium staged a dramatic comeback against Senegal after internal conflicts erupted on the pitch. In the transfer market, Tottenham is closing in on the record deal for Sandro Tonali, while the future of Vinicius Jr and the moves of AC Milan and PSG also attracted much attention.