Vietnam claims bronze in League of Legends at ASIAD 2026

Vietnam's League of Legends team claimed the bronze medal in esports at ASIAD 2026 following a semifinal defeat to Chinese Taipei on October 1. The result adds to Vietnam's medal haul at the Games, underscoring the nation's growing competitiveness in competitive gaming on the continental stage.

The Vietnamese squad's podium finish reflects increased investment and interest in esports within the country's sporting ecosystem. League of Legends, one of the world's most popular competitive video games, has a substantial competitive following across Southeast Asia, with Vietnam establishing itself as a consistent contender in regional tournaments.

The bronze medal represents an important milestone for Vietnam's esports representation at the Asian Games. As esports continues to expand its presence in major multi-sport competitions, nations across the region are strengthening their competitive gaming programs and infrastructure to develop elite-level talent.

Vietnam's performance in esports at ASIAD 2026 demonstrates the country's ability to compete across diverse sporting disciplines at the continental level, complementing traditional medal wins in other events.