Ha Noi women's football teams received a VND1 billion (US$47,600) sponsorship just days ahead of the tournament. — Photo sggp

HA NOI (VNS) — Ha Noi women's football teams received a VND1 billion (US$47,600) sponsorship just days ahead of the tournament.

The Thai Son Bac Electric Equipment Trading Company extended their sponsoring contract for an additional year, for the third year in a row.

Ha Noi has two senior teams to take part in the championships, which will begin on Thursday in HCM City.

Ha Noi 1 won last year's event, while Ha Noi 2 remained at the bottom of the ranking.

This year, seven teams will compete for the crown, which is worth VND300 million ($14,300). — VNS