In recent years, 7-a-side football has been undergoing strong changes, becoming more professionalized.
Many teams participating in tournaments organized by VietFootball such as HPL (Hanoi Premier League) or VPL (Vietnam Premier League) are well-built, operate professionally, players sign contracts, receive salaries and bonuses, and have clear mechanisms.
As 7-a-side football develops, players have good income from salaries, even signing bonuses and advertising contracts.
Truong Minh Duc, Tran Trung Hieu when playing for SHB FC used to be advertising models for Dong Luc shoe products. For many people, this is the "profession" to support themselves and their families.
Currently, teams such as Thien Khoi FC, SHB, XSKT Dak Lak, Hieu Hoa Quahaco all have a fixed salary regime for players. Each month, players can receive a salary of up to 10 million VND or more, depending on the level of contribution and fame.
Tuan Anh - one of the stars of the 7-a-side football field with a high average income compared to many other players. The HPL-S11 Golden Ball winner once shared that during his time playing for Mobi FC, the striker from Hai Duong received about 8-10 million VND/month, calculated according to training sessions. In addition, he also received hot bonuses from the club for players scoring goals, winning matches, and awards.
At the time of playing for EOC, the player born in 1998 received benefits according to each match. Each match, Tuan Anh was paid about 10 million VND, a dream number for many players. After moving to Thien Khoi FC, the HPL star signed a long-term contract, with signing bonuses, receiving a monthly salary with fixed terms.
Not only Tuan Anh, many other members of Thien Khoi FC also enjoy similar benefits. Captain Xuan Nguyen or coach Bui Van Thang were given opportunities to work in the real estate sector.
After completing the "5-hit" in 2025 including the 2025 Super Cup, HPL championship, VPL-S6, VSC-S5 Northern region, VSC-S5, the team president organized an honoring ceremony for individuals, awarding prizes in front of the corporation to the players.
Similarly, SHB FC with the support of banks also builds a model combining sports and businesses. Qualified players are arranged for stable jobs, paid salaries, preferential treatment for official staff, and at the same time are given maximum conditions to train and compete.
Thien Khoi FC's opponent at the 2026 National 7-a-side Football Super Cup on April 19th - XSKT Dak Lak club is also a well-built and systematically operating team.
Mr. Truong Nguyen Thanh Dat has a clear mechanism for those who are attached to the team. Captain Duc Long said: "Players who have been with XSKT Dak Lak for a long time will be paid monthly.
Many players who were formally trained in the 11th base but could not find a foothold have moved to the 7th base to continue their careers. According to Duc Long, XSKT Dak Lak team has some cases who used to practice professionally, then returned to play for the runner-up team of the National 7-a-side Football Tournament 2025. They were signed long-term contracts with stable income.
