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Breaking sports news tonight, August 8: Thailand's team faces the risk of losing four key players and meeting Vietnam in the ASEAN Cup 2026 semi-finals; Coach Kim Sang Sik sets two records after Vietnam tops the group

ASEAN Cup 2026 football results - Thethaovanhoa.vn provides the fastest and most accurate updates of ASEAN Cup 2026 football results today, August 8.

On August 8th, Beijing time, the first round of the Snooker China Open kicked off, with Chinese star Ding Junhui facing off against "Potato" Gilbert. Ding Junhui was ice-cold, suffering five consecutive losses and eventually losing 1-6, resulting in a shocking first-round exit. This match revealed four undeniable facts that must be acknowledged, and there is even worse news for Ding after his loss!

On August 8, Beijing time, Premier League champions Arsenal officially announced the signing of 28-year-old Brazilian international midfielder Guimarães, with a contract until 2030 and an option for an additional year. Guimarães will continue to wear the number 39 jersey at Arsenal, as he did at Newcastle.

At 20:00 Beijing time on August 8, a crucial match of the 22nd round of the Chinese Super League kicks off, with Yunnan Yukun hosting league leaders Chengdu Rongcheng at home. The starting lineups for both sides have been announced.

VFF Vice President Tran Anh Tu, on behalf of the VFF Executive Committee's Standing Board, met and encouraged the coaching staff and players of the Vietnam women's national team, who are currently preparing for ASIAD 2026, on the afternoon of August 8.

A tense atmosphere enveloped the Indonesian national team after a 1-1 draw with Singapore at Jalan Besar Stadium, a result that eliminated John Herdman's side from the group stage of the ASEAN Cup 2026.

The Vietnam National Team has completed the group stage of the 2026 ASEAN Cup as the top of Group A and will face the runner-up of Group B in the semifinals. Tonight, this opponent will be revealed after two matches: Thailand vs Myanmar and Malaysia vs Philippines.

On August 8, Beijing time, the Snooker China Open kicked off with intense action. Two matches in the round of 32 have just concluded, with the Chinese team securing one win and one loss. Ding Junhui suffered a surprising 1-6 defeat to the formidable Gilbert, losing five consecutive frames. Meanwhile, Zhou Yuelong dominated and stunned world champion Mark Williams 6-3 in an upset. As a result, Gilbert and Zhou Yuelong are the first to advance to the round of 16! Ding Junhui faced Gilbert.