Hung Yen win National U11 Football Championship – Nestlé MILO Cup 2025

The much-anticipated final between Hung Yen and Bac Ninh took place at Quang Nam Stadium and brought the crowd a top-notch performance. During 30 minutes of official play, the tense match saw good chances for both sides, making it impossible for fans to take their eyes off.

The turning point came with only seven minutes left, when Quoc Viet finished from close quarters to clinch the decisive goal.

In the closing minutes, Bac Ninh pushed forwards in search of an equaliser. Powerful shots from Van Linh repeatedly had the crowd on edge, but luck was not on the side of the team from Bac Ninh. In the end, U11 Hung Yen won 1-0, ending an emotional journey and winning the National U11 Football Championship for the first time in the team's history.

After the final, the organising committee awarded prizes to outstanding teams and individuals. Lang Son and Viet Hung (Thanh Hoa) shared third place. This marked the end of a successful season that played a key role in discovering and nurturing young football talents across the country.

Nguyen Phan Khue, editor-in-chief of Youth Vanguard and Children Newspaper and head of the organising committee, said, "Although the tournament has ended, I believe the passion and sportsmanship will continue to burn in the hearts of every child. I hope the players will keep training, learning, and nurturing their dreams each day. From youth playgrounds like this, we have every reason to believe that many future stars will emerge, contributing to a bright future for Vietnamese football."

Le Bui Thi Mai Uyen, director of MILO and Dairy Products at Nestlé Vietnam, said, "Nestlé MILO firmly believes that sports not only support children’s physical and mental development but also instil vital life qualities such as perseverance, resilience, teamwork, and discipline. Supporting the National U11 Football Championship is part of our long-term commitment to implementing the 'Active Vietnam' initiative."

The National U11 Football Championship is a prestigious sports playground for children, organised annually since 1996 by Youth Vanguard and Children Newspaper in collaboration with the Vietnam Football Federation and the Ministry of Education and Training.

Over the past 28 years, Nestlé MILO has played a pivotal role in spreading the spirit of sportsmanship and nurturing a dynamic young generation. The 2025 final once again affirms the collaborative effort between businesses and state agencies in offering meaningful opportunities for children, paving the way for a healthier, more active, and well-rounded generation of Vietnamese youth.

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