**Vietnam’s Pham Quynh Huong Highlights Quarter‑final Clash at AVC Women’s Volleyball Continental Championship**
*TIANJIN, China – August 28, 2026* – The Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Women’s Continental Championship continued on Thursday with a quarter‑final match between the host nation China and Vietnam in Tianjin.
During the contest, Vietnam’s outside hitter Pham Quynh Huong made a notable defensive play, saving a powerful attack from the Chinese side. The moment was captured by Xinhua photographer Sun Fanyue and released in the agency’s coverage of the tournament.
The match, part of the championship’s knockout stage, featured both teams vying for a place in the semi‑finals. While the specific set scores and final outcome were not detailed in the initial report, the highlighted save underscored Vietnam’s competitive effort against a strong Chinese squad.
The AVC Women’s Continental Championship, hosted in Tianjin, brings together top national teams from across Asia and Oceania, serving as a key qualifier for upcoming international competitions. The tournament’s quarter‑finals are expected to determine the final four teams that will compete for the championship title.
Xinhua reported the event, emphasizing the athleticism displayed by the players and the significance of the match within the broader tournament schedule. Further results and analysis are anticipated as the championship progresses.
Article and image source: vietnamtribune.com
