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Vietnam National Football Team Poised for Significant Bonus in ASEAN Cup 2026
The Vietnam national football team has already secured over 10 million baht in bonuses and could exceed 20 million baht if they successfully defend their ASEAN Cup title.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, the Vietnam national football team is in line for a substantial financial reward following their recent performance in the 2026 ASEAN Cup. In the first leg of the final held on August 22 at Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok, Vietnam defeated Thailand 2-0.
Following this victory, the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) announced a bonus of approximately 3.5 million baht. When combined with previous bonuses earned throughout the tournament—including 4.9 million baht from the group stage and 2.1 million baht for their semi-final win against Malaysia—the team has already accumulated 10.5 million baht in incentives. Should Vietnam successfully defend their ASEAN Cup title, they are set to receive an additional prize of approximately 10 million baht, bringing their total potential earnings to over 20 million baht.
For residents and visitors in Thailand, this result highlights the high stakes of regional football rivalries. While Vietnam has won the ASEAN Cup three times previously, they have never successfully defended the title. Whether they can break this historical trend remains to be confirmed in the upcoming matches. Fans should monitor local sports news for updates on the final tournament outcomes.