Fans welcome home Golden Star Warriors at Noi Bai airport

The national football team will be taken to the Government Office to meet with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Viet Nam defeated Thai rivals 2-1 in Phu Tho province on January 2 in the first leg and 3-2 in Bangkok on January 5 to win the ASEAN Cup triump for the third time. 

During the meeting, Pham, on behalf of the Party and State leaders, awarded the team as a whole with the prestigious First - Class Labor Medal.

Players Nguyen Xuan Son, Do Duy Manh, Nguyen Quang Hai, Nguyen Tien Linh, Nguyen Hoang Duc, and Nguyen Dinh Trieu were honoured with the Third - Class Labor Medal, while 29 individuals received Certificates of Merit for their outstanding contributions.

He emphasised that this victory was a testament to the unwavering support from the Party, State, and passionate fans, as well as the relentless efforts of the Vietnamese sports community.

"This achievement is not just a victory, it’s a breakthrough, a celebration of our collective spirit and dedication," Pham stressed.

On behalf of the nation, the Prime Minister extended his gratitude to the players, coaches and staff for their hard-fought win against Thailand.

The Vietnamese team concluded the tournament with an extraordinary 21 goals, a record that highlights their offensive prowess. For the first time, Viet Nam not just celebrated the championship but also saw Nguyen Xuan Son crowned as both the tournament's top scorer and best player, while goalkeeper Dinh Trieu earned the title of Best Goalkeeper.

Looking ahead, the Prime Minister underscored the importance of continued development in football and sports as a whole, urging the nation to strive for a more prosperous future. He also conveyed his best wishes to injured players like Son, expressing confidence that with determination, they would return stronger than ever.