VTV6 officially became a sports channel from June 2nd to 6th.

VTV6 has officially become a sports television channel. The channel's launch ceremony will take place at 8:30 AM on June 8th and will be broadcast live on VTV1.

VTV filming a sports program - Photo: VTV

On June 2nd, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism granted a license to Vietnam Television to produce the VTV6 channel.

Previously, information about VTV6's return with a new look had attracted significant public attention for over a week, especially on social media platforms.

Building a sports channel for the community.

According to its license, VTV6 is a sports channel, tasked with disseminating information and promoting the Party's guidelines and policies, and the State's laws and regulations in the field of physical education and sports; promoting the development of mass sports, school sports, and professional sports; inspiring and encouraging physical training and regular exercise; promoting a healthy and positive lifestyle, contributing to the protection, care, and improvement of people's health, and the comprehensive development of Vietnamese people.

The channel broadcasts 24/7, featuring general sports news, domestic and international sports, sports segments, sports commentary programs, and program promotions.

According to vtv.vn, VTV6 will be an "equal channel" for all sports and forms of physical activity.

Besides top-tier tournaments and professional athletes, the channel also focuses on grassroots sports, school sports, community sports activities, and traditional local sports.

In addition to competition programs and professional news, VTV6 also broadcasts a variety of content providing training guidance, nutritional advice, and health care tips for viewers.

VTV filmed the volleyball match - Photo: VTV

VTV6 Journey

Since its launch in 2007, VTV6 has undergone several changes in its content direction. In its early stages, it was a television channel for teenagers with programs reflecting the lives, culture, and trends of young people.

Since 2015, VTV6 has broadcast numerous sports programs. The channel is frequently chosen to broadcast live major sporting events for which VTV holds the broadcasting rights, especially tournaments involving the Vietnamese national teams and sports delegations.

After 15 years of operation, VTV6 officially ceased broadcasting in 2022 as part of VTV's television channel restructuring plan.

After a nearly four-year hiatus, VTV6 returns, aiming to serve a large audience of sports fans nationwide.

Many believe that VTV6's return, coinciding with the upcoming 2026 World Cup, will offer fans more engaging sports programs, in-depth news reports, and noteworthy events.

Matches from the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be broadcast live on VTV3 and VTV6; some matches taking place at the same time will be moved to VTV2 and VTV7.

HOANG LE

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/vtv6-chinh-thuc-tro-thanh-kenh-the-thao-tu-2-6-20260603125415387.htm