Vietnamese Women's Championship
The Vietnamese Women's Championship (V-League Women) is the top-tier women's football league in Vietnam, run by the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF). It features elite clubs battling for the national title and Asian competition spots. The league showcases Vietnam's rising women's football scene, with teams blending technical skill and endurance amid humid conditions and packed schedules.
History and foundation
Launched in 1997 as a national championship, the modern V-League Women took shape in the 2010s. A milestone was 2018, when Vietnam's U-19 team reached the Asian Championship quarterfinals, boosting the sport. Hoa Gia is the record holder with 10 titles. The 2020 pandemic shortened the season, but resilience shone through. In 2023, Phong Nha Quang Binh claimed their first crown, ending the favorites' dominance and injecting fresh excitement.
Tournament format
The season runs April to October, with 10–12 teams in a double round-robin format (22–26 matches each), culminating in playoffs. Champions earn the title and AFC Women's Champions League entry. Promotion/relegation links it to the First Division. Key venues include Thong Nhat Stadium in Ho Chi Minh City, highlighted by intense Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh derbies.
Interesting facts
Average goals per match hover at 2.8, favoring defensive battles. Top scorers include Huỳnh Như with over 150 career goals and Ba Tien Dam's 20+ in 2022. Standouts: Thuy Huong's dribbling flair for the national team, and goalkeeper Kim Thi Huong's countless clean sheets. The league has nurtured stars like Precy Tran, who dazzled in Asia.