Strong public engagement with 2026 FIFA World Cup matches: Vietnamese interest surges in international football matches featuring Spain, Portugal, the USA, and Croatia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout
Regional Pulse in Vietnam
Country pulse digest
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Regional Pulse in Vietnam
Vietnamese online searches reveal a passionate following of 2026 FIFA World Cup matches including Spain vs Austria and Portugal vs Croatia, while concerns rise over approaching tropical storms and governmental civil servant reforms.
Active topics
22
Search volume
244.3K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
22
Sports32% (7)
Politics18% (4)
Culture14% (3)
Life14% (3)
Entertainment9% (2)
Money9% (2)
Weather5% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Vietnam are primarily following major international football events, showing enthusiasm for scores, live broadcasts, and player performances in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, especially matches involving Spain, Portugal, and the USA. Simultaneously, there is a worrying intent as users seek updates and precautions about tropical storms threatening the country, reflecting safety concerns. Explanations are sought regarding government civil servant reforms, salaries, appointments, and local administrative changes, indicating a need for clarity on political and employment topics. In culture, the public is seeking understanding of education system reforms and celebrity news.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Urgent focus on tropical storms and weather threats: Vietnamese authorities and public express concern over multiple tropical storms and severe weather threats in 2025
Increased attention on civil servant reforms and salaries: Government policy updates boost curiosity about civil servant salaries, appointments, and administrative reforms
Public follows education system changes and reforms: Educational reforms and restructuring in Vietnamese institutions attract growing public explanations and reflections
Entertainment topics surge in public interest: Celebrity news about Tang Thanh Ha and controversies around Nam Em generate lively cultural discussions
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Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Vietnam
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsSurging
tây ban nha đấu với áo
People in Vietnam are searching to follow the football match between Spain and Austria, showing a spike in interest.
100K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 1900%
tây ban nha vs áotây ban nha – áo
02
SportsSurging
hoa kỳ đấu với bosnia và herzegovina
There is a notable interest in Vietnam around the football match between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthRank improved 1 places
my vs bosniamy vstrực tiếp bóng đá mỹ
03
SportsNew
bồ đào nha đấu với croatia
Vietnamese users are showing increased interest in the football match between Portugal and Croatia.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
bồ đào nha vs croatiabồ đào nha – croatia
04
WeatherSurging
bão áp thấp nhiệt đới
People in Vietnam are actively seeking information about tropical depressions and storms as multiple dangerous storms are expected.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 19900%
bão số 1ấp thấp nhiệt đớitin bão
05
PoliticsSurging
viên chức
Vietnamese citizens seek explanations about civil servants' salaries, bonuses, and new government appointments following recent policy updates and structural changes.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 300%
06
CultureNew
cơ sở giáo dục
Vietnamese people are searching to understand recent reforms and historical progress in educational institutions amid ongoing government efforts to restructure and improve.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
07
PoliticsSurging
ban nội chính thành ủy hà nội
The search for 'ban nội chính thành ủy hà nội' indicates public interest in the Hanoi Party Committee's internal security and anti-corruption board activities.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 150%
08
CultureSurging
tăng thanh hà
The search interest in Tang Thanh Ha, a Vietnamese actress, shows audience engagement with her public appearances and personal life abroad.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 900%
ma ran đô
09
LifeEmerging
xổ số miền nam ngày 2 tháng 7
People are searching about the Southern lottery results for July 2, likely to check winning numbers and plan accordingly.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume down 97%
xổ số ngày 2 tháng 7
10
EntertainmentSurging
hồng đào
Hong Dao, an actor known for his role in 'Beef', stars in a Vietnamese folklore dark comedy titled 'A "Good" Best Luck'.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthRank improved 3 places
11
PoliticsNew
tịch thu
There is notable interest in topics related to confiscations and fines in Vietnam, including a crackdown on online lottery scams and enforcement actions regarding apricot blossoms.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
12
LifeNew
pnj
Residents in Pensacola are preparing for Fourth of July celebrations, including stocking up on fireworks and community events.
2K+ searches · 200% growthFirst recent appearance
Why it matters
SurgingSearch attention is rising quickly across recent snapshots, backed by 2K+ recent searches and 1000% growth. People are searching to understand what happened and why.
Rank improved 3 places
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
‘Beef’ Actor Hong Dao Leads Vietnamese Folklore Dark Comedy ‘A “Good” Best Luck’ (EXCLUSIVE) - Variety
‘Beef’ Actor Hong Dao Leads Vietnamese Folklore Dark Comedy ‘A “Good” Best Luck’ (Exclusive) - IMDb
‘Leaving Mom’ leaves much to be desired - Annenberg Media
Meritorious Artist Huu Chau recounts once asking Hong Dao to hold money for him, revealing a special relationship - Laod…
Tạo Bùi Obituary - St. Ann, MO - Dignity Memorial
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