On May 17, the 2026 VTV9 – Binh Dien International Women’s Volleyball Cup will feature a highly exciting match.

The third match day of the 2026 Cup will witness one of the most intense rivalries in Vietnamese volleyball. Specifically, it will be a “big battle” between the host team VTV Binh Dien Long An and Binh Chung Thong Tin.

These are two of the most traditional and decorated teams in the country. Therefore, they have a large fan base.

Before each match between these two teams, public opinion is stirred up. The debates are so intense that Vietnamese fans have nicknamed these matches the “X-Y battle,” with X being a playful nickname for Binh Chung Thong Tin, while Y refers to the other.

At this year’s VTV9 – Binh Dien Cup, the match between the two teams carries even greater significance. In Group A, Jiangsu (China) has defeated both strong teams and is considered to have secured a spot in the next round, as their final match is only against VietinBank.

Therefore, VTV Binh Dien Long An and Binh Chung Thong Tin must win their direct match to secure a ticket to the semifinals. Due to this special circumstance, the match between the two teams at 8 PM on May 17 is sure to be thrilling, dramatic, and leave no room for error.

Before that, there will be two matches in Group B. At 2 PM, LPBank Ninh Binh will face Gunma Green Wings (Japan). At 5 PM, the match between Hanoi and Suwon (South Korea) will take place. If both win, the two Vietnamese clubs will advance in Group B.

* The schedule and broadcast channels may change depending on the organizing committee.

At the opening ceremony of the 2026 VTV9 – Binh Dien International Women’s Volleyball Cup on the evening of May 15, the organizing committee had a surprise regarding the athletes’ uniforms.

VTV9 – Binh Dien International Women’s Volleyball Cup

The VTV9 – Binh Dien International Women’s Volleyball Cup is an annual international volleyball tournament held in Vietnam, organized by Vietnam Television (VTV9) and sponsored by Binh Dien Fertilizer Company. First established in 2004, the event has grown to feature top club and national teams from across Asia and beyond, promoting regional sports exchange and high-level competition. It is one of the most prestigious volleyball tournaments in Vietnam, drawing significant public attention and contributing to the sport’s development in the country.

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VTV9 – Binh Dien International Women’s Volleyball Cup

The VTV9 – Binh Dien International Women’s Volleyball Cup is an annual international volleyball tournament held in Vietnam, organized by Vietnam Television (VTV9) and sponsored by Binh Dien Fertilizer. First held in 2007, the event has grown to become one of Asia’s premier women’s volleyball competitions, attracting top club and national teams from across the continent. The tournament plays a key role in promoting the sport in Vietnam and fostering international sports exchange.

VTV Binh Dien Long An

VTV Binh Dien Long An refers to a television transmission station located in Long An Province, Vietnam, under the management of Vietnam Television (VTV). Established to improve broadcast coverage in the Mekong Delta region, it has played a key role in delivering national television programming to local communities. The site reflects Vietnam’s efforts to expand media access in rural areas since the late 20th century.

Binh Chung Thong Tin

Binh Chung Thong Tin, meaning “Information Center” in Vietnamese, is a historical site located in Ho Chi Minh City, originally built by the French in the late 19th century as the Central Post Office. This iconic building showcases a blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and French colonial architectural styles, and it has served as a key communication hub throughout Vietnam’s modern history. Today, it remains a popular tourist attraction and functioning post office, symbolizing the city’s colonial past and cultural heritage.

Jiangsu

Jiangsu is a coastal province in eastern China known for its rich cultural heritage and economic significance. Historically, it was a key region during the Ming and Qing dynasties, with cities like Nanjing serving as imperial capitals and Suzhou famed for its classical gardens and silk trade. Today, Jiangsu blends ancient landmarks, such as the Grand Canal and Confucian temples, with modern industrial development.

VietinBank

VietinBank, officially the Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Industry and Trade, is one of Vietnam’s largest and oldest state-owned commercial banks. Founded in 1988 from the restructuring of the State Bank of Vietnam, it has played a key role in financing industrial and trade sectors throughout the country’s economic development and reform period. Today, VietinBank operates a vast network of branches and is a major player in Vietnam’s banking and financial services industry.

LPBank Ninh Binh

LPBank Ninh Binh is a football club based in Ninh Bình Province, Vietnam, founded in 2017. The club emerged from the restructuring of local football and has since competed in the V.League 2, Vietnam’s second-tier professional league. Its name reflects sponsorship from LPBank (Lien Viet Post Joint Stock Commercial Bank), and the team plays its home matches at Ninh Bình Stadium.

Gunma Green Wings

Gunma Green Wings is a multi-purpose sports and cultural complex located in Gunma Prefecture, Japan. Originally built to host events and promote local sports, the facility has become a key venue for baseball games, concerts, and community gatherings since its opening. Its name reflects the region’s natural greenery and the soaring spirit of local athletic teams.

Hanoi

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is one of the oldest cities in Southeast Asia, with a history dating back over a thousand years. Founded in 1010 under the name Thăng Long, it served as the imperial capital for various Vietnamese dynasties and later became a key administrative center during French colonial rule. Today, Hanoi is known for its blend of ancient heritage, including the Temple of Literature and the Old Quarter, with modern urban development.