From early morning, locals flocked to Huc Dong Football Stadium, chatting excitedly and eagerly awaiting the match that would decide the championship. Elderly men and women also joined in the enthusiastic cheering alongside their children and grandchildren. The mild, pleasant weather seemed to please everyone, adding to the lively atmosphere in the final moments of the football season.
From their hometown of Lao Cai , hundreds of fans traveled by car overnight, covering more than 500 km to reach Binh Lieu, Quang Ninh, to support the players of the Lam Thuong team. The convoy arrived at Huc Dong stadium early, carrying banners with various messages for the women on the field. Lam Thuong is also the team that traveled the furthest distance in this year's Quang Ninh Province Women's Ethnic Minority Football Tournament, making a special mark with the participation of a mother and daughter – player Nong Thi Yeu (born in 1985) and goalkeeper Nong Thi Phuong (born in 2008).
The Lao Cai team won the championship title at the Quang Ninh Province Women's Football Tournament for Ethnic Minorities.
Not only was the atmosphere on the field vibrant, the final match between Mong Duong (Quang Ninh) and Lam Thuong (Lao Cai) also attracted much attention and enthusiasm from audiences nationwide. On live streams on digital platforms, the event recorded nearly 100,000 viewers. Many online users left comments cheering on the players and continuously discussed every development of the match. With a score of 4-1, Lam Thuong brought home the prestigious trophy for their hometown. This was also the biggest winner of the season, in addition to the first prize, they also won four other awards: Best Player for Hoang Thi Huyen, Best Goalkeeper for Nong Thi Phuong, Miss of the Tournament for Hoang Phuong Thuy, and Best Sports Family.
In recent days, the presence of the 2025 Quang Ninh Province Women's Ethnic Minority Football Tournament - VTV5 Cup has brought an unusual vibrancy to the peaceful mountainous region of Binh Lieu. Gathering at the stadiums to witness fierce matches and admire the female players shining in their traditional jerseys has become a daily habit for the locals.
Upon hearing that many female teachers were participating in the tournament, local students flocked to the stadium to cheer them on enthusiastically, creating a unique memory of the teacher-student bond in Binh Lieu. The home team had the largest number of teachers and the highest average age of the season. As always, with their passion for teaching, the teachers maintained their enthusiasm in every sporting moment, bringing the spirit of Binh Lieu all the way to the semi-finals.
BTC awarded individual and team prizes.
From December 3rd to 7th, the Bình Liêu football field hosted 15 matches, capturing the footprints of 130 players of various ages and professions. The oldest player was in their late 50s, while the youngest was a 16-year-old female student. Each player competed seriously and wholeheartedly, delivering many passionate plays. Occasionally, slips and falls were unavoidable, but the women quickly brushed off the dust from their hands and feet before rejoining the field with a warrior spirit. Although rivals, the teams were also like sisters and fellow countrymen, amicably encouraging and supporting each other, creating many heartwarming and touching moments.
The 2025 Quang Ninh Province Women's Ethnic Minority Football Tournament - VTV5 Cup is organized by the Ethnic Minority Television Department - Vietnam Television (VTV5) in coordination with the Quang Ninh Provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the People's Committee of Binh Lieu Commune, with the goal of improving the spiritual life and expanding development opportunities for women in mountainous areas.
The players are not only sports enthusiasts but also exemplary representatives of a strong spirit, a willingness to take on challenges, and a readiness to step outside the box. Their wearing of traditional attire on the field demonstrates national pride and creates a unique image for the tournament.
The tournament was organized with the aim of celebrating the culture of ethnic minorities, encouraging women in mountainous areas to confidently participate in community activities, promoting gender equality, and spreading a healthy sporting spirit. It also aims to promote mass sports movements and tourism in Binh Lieu – a land rich in tradition and unique landscapes in Quang Ninh province.
Over five days of competition, eight teams with players from various ethnic groups such as San Chi, Dao Thanh Y, Dao Thanh Phan, San Diu, Tay, Cao Lan, etc., created more than 70 goals, resulting in a series of beautiful memories for the 2025 Quang Ninh Province Women's Ethnic Minority Football Tournament - VTV5 Cup. On digital platforms, the tournament garnered nearly 1 million views, creating a media frenzy with many viral clips, generating a strong ripple effect and attracting widespread attention and support from audiences nationwide. Concluding a successful season, the Quang Ninh Province Women's Ethnic Minority Football Tournament - VTV5 Cup opens up expectations for many more tournaments in the coming years.
Results of the 2025 Quang Ninh Province Women's Ethnic Minority Football Tournament - VTV5 Cup
Individual awards
Oldest player: Loan Thi Kim (57 years old) - Binh Lieu Team - Quang Ninh Province
Youngest player: Giap Thi Tuong Vy (16 years old) - Binh Lieu High School Team - Quang Ninh Province
Miss of the tournament: Player Hoang Phuong Thuy - Lam Thuong Team - Lao Cai Province
Best Player: Hoang Thi Huyen - Lam Thuong Team - Lao Cai Province
Top scorer: Loan Thi Chuyen - Mong Duong Team - Quang Ninh Province (8 goals)
Best Goalkeeper Award: Goalkeeper Nong Thi Phuong - Lam Thuong Team - Lao Cai Province
Team Award - First Prize: Lam Thuong Team - Lao Cai Province
Second place: Mong Duong Team - Quang Ninh Province
Joint Third Place: Binh Lieu Team - Quang Ninh Province, Hoa An Team - Tuyen Quang Province
School Sports (Team with the most students): Binh Lieu High School Team - Quang Ninh Province
Style Award: Huc Dong Team - Quang Ninh Province
Outstanding Referee Team Award: The referee team for the final match
Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/chi-em-lam-thuong-lao-cai-gianh-ngoi-vuong-giai-bong-da-nu-cac-dan-toc-thieu-so-tinh-quang-ninh-mo-rong-nam-2025-cup-vtv5-20251207123604143.htm
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