U17 championship promises tough matches, fierce competition

HÀ NỘI — Hoàng Anh Gia Lai will play PVF in the opening match of the National U17 Football Championship - Thái Sơn Nam Cup on March 10 after a draw conducted in Hà Nội on March 6. The duo are with SHB Đà Nẵng and Hà Nội in Group A, which promises tough matches for all as all of them are from strong football hubs in the country. Also on March 6, the Việt Nam Football Federation signed a three-year sponsorship contract with Thái Sơn Nam Group Joinstock Company. Earlier, Thái Sơn Nam sponsored the U17 tournament for eight years from 2011 to 2019. "These players will be core force for the national team and shape up Việt Nam football in the future," he said.