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Vietnam National Team receives warnings ahead of ASEAN Championship 2026, Manchester United accelerates in the transfer market, and the 2026 World Cup continues to stir with a series of notable hot stories.

Hai Phong FC is encountering numerous challenges as it continuously bids farewell to a series of key players before the 2026/27 season.

Brazilian forward Kaina Nunes, after parting ways with Bac Ninh FC, has joined Thailand's Phrae United.

The Indonesian national team is accelerating preparations for the 2026 AFF Cup, determined to end a three-decade-long trophy drought. Coach John Herdman is expected to lead the team to their first-ever title in Southeast Asia's premier tournament.

After a explosive group stage with a record 215 goals, the 2026 World Cup officially enters the Round of 16 — a stage where every mistake comes at a cost.

Reported by Wang Wei and intern Li Xin. On the evening of June 27, Guangzhou Leopards hosted their old rival Shaanxi United at home. Thanks to goals from Wang Jianming and Han Xuan, both former Shaanxi Chang'an Athletic players, Guangzhou Leopards came from behind to win 2-1. With Shenzhen Youth and Nantong Zhiyun both losing in this round, Guangzhou Leopards continue to top the standings, extending their lead to three points. Guangzhou Leopards and Shaanxi United are long-time rivals.

Reporter Wang Wei reports — In the 12th round of the China League One on the evening of June 27, Meizhou Hakka pulled off a major upset, defeating Nantong Zhiyun 3-1 away thanks to a hat-trick from foreign striker Tribolet. After changing coaches, Meizhou Hakka remained unbeaten in two matches, securing four points, while also ending their opponent's perfect home record of six consecutive wins this season.

Reporter Lu Mi reports. On June 26, the second half of the CSL season began, and the relegation group saw a slight division. Wuhan Three Towns and Tianjin Tigers suffered defeats, remaining stuck in the mire, while Qingdao Hainiu broke through against the odds, securing three points to steady themselves. The next four rounds will be the best chance for Three Towns and Tianjin Tigers to escape, but their opponents are also unwilling to drop points. The CSL is about to enter a fierce relegation melee.

Reporter Chen Yong reports. In the first leg at home, they won 3-0; in the second leg away, they won 5-1. Over the two matches, Shandong Taishan achieved two resounding victories against Liaoning Tieren. Post-match analysis widely suggested that Liaoning Tieren’s strategy of taking the initiative in attack actually played into Taishan’s favored counter-attacking style, allowing them to fully exploit their strengths and advantages, ultimately resulting in a massive 8-1 aggregate goal difference across the two games.