Hanoi 8 June 2026 – Hanoi FC celebrated the 20th anniversary of its founding and received the Second-Class Labor Order, becoming the first and only football club in Vietnamese history to be awarded both the Third-Class and Second-Class Labor Orders.
Founded in 2006 by businessman Do Quang Hien under the name Hanoi T&T, the club began its journey in Vietnam’s Third Division, the lowest level of the national football pyramid. Guided by a clear vision, strong investment, and long-term planning, the team achieved an unprecedented rise through the ranks, earning three consecutive promotions in three seasons and writing one of the most remarkable success stories in Vietnamese football.
After securing a top-four finish in their debut V.League campaign in 2009, Hanoi T&T stunned Vietnamese football by winning the national title in 2010. The championship carried special significance, ending a 26-year wait for a top-flight title for the capital city and arriving during the celebrations marking the 1,000th anniversary of Thang Long–Hanoi.
The club continued to establish itself as a dominant force, winning additional V.League titles in 2013 and 2016 while gaining recognition for its attractive style of play, strong team spirit, and commitment to long-term development. Throughout its growth, the club remained dedicated to a philosophy centered on youth development, identity, sustainability, and people-first values.
A major milestone came in 2016 when Hanoi T&T officially rebranded as Hanoi FC. Alongside a new identity featuring the iconic Khue Van Cac in the club crest, the transformation reflected the ambition of becoming a symbol of the capital city and a football institution deeply connected to Hanoi’s culture and heritage.
The rebranding ushered in the most successful era in the club’s history. Hanoi FC went on to win four more V.League titles in 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2022, along with three National Cups and four Vietnamese Super Cups. Today, the club stands as the most decorated team of Vietnam’s professional era, boasting six V.League championships, three National Cups, and five Super Cups.
Beyond domestic success, Hanoi FC have also established themselves as a continental competitor. The club holds the record for the most appearances by a Vietnamese team in Asian competitions and has produced more Vietnamese Golden Ball winners and V.League top scorers than any other club in the country.
The club’s influence extends far beyond trophies. Over the past two decades, Hanoi FC’s youth development system has produced numerous players who have played key roles in the success of Vietnam’s national teams. Names such as Duong Hong Son, Pham Thanh Luong, Nguyen Van Quyet, Do Duy Manh, Nguyen Quang Hai, Do Hung Dung, Doan Van Hau, Pham Tuan Hai, and Nguyen Hai Long have all contributed to some of the greatest achievements in Vietnamese football history.
Most recently, several members of Hanoi FC’s academy system played an important role in helping Vietnam U17 qualify for the FIFA U17 World Cup 2026, another milestone that highlighted the club’s commitment to nurturing future generations.
In recognition of its contributions to professional football and Vietnamese sport, Hanoi FC was awarded the Second-Class Labor Order by the Vietnamese State. The honor reflects two decades of sustained excellence, innovation, and commitment to the growth of football in Vietnam.
During the ceremony, club chairman Do Vinh Quang outlined Hanoi FC’s ambitions for the future, emphasizing the club’s determination to move closer to continental standards through modern management, sports science, medical innovation, youth development, and grassroots football programs.
As Hanoi FC celebrated 20 years of achievement, the club also looked toward the future, reaffirming its commitment to excellence, professionalism, and developing homegrown talent. From humble beginnings in the Third Division to becoming one of Southeast Asia’s most respected football institutions, Hanoi FC’s journey stands as one of the defining success stories in Vietnamese football.
VSN/RPT
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