Dinh Bac receives the 'green light' from the runner-up of Miss Vietnam, netizens are shipping them as a couple!

Runner-up Chau Anh recently caused a sensation when she livestreamed, reminiscing about her conversation with Dinh Bac at the 2025 Victory Cup Gala. The incredibly sweet interaction between the beautiful runner-up and the young footballer is driving netizens crazy, with many continuously "shipping" the couple.

A fusion of "football star" and "military muse"

The awards gala on the evening of January 29th was not only a place to honor the persistent efforts of Vietnamese sports but also unintentionally became a stage for a "double visual" combination. The moment striker Nguyen Dinh Bac stepped up to receive the Young Athlete of the Year award, runner-up Chau Anh was the one responsible for announcing and presenting the prize. The image of the 2004-born player with his sharp features standing next to the 1.70m tall beauty in a stunning dress created a truly cinematic scene, drawing endless praise from the entire audience.

The compatibility between this couple extends beyond their appearances to their impressive achievements. While Dinh Bac is a key player for the national team, having won the 2025 Silver Ball and the top scorer title at the U23 Asian Championship, Chau Anh impresses with her image as a talented and academically gifted "female soldier." Lieutenant Tran Ngoc Chau Anh is currently studying at the Military University of Culture and Arts and the Vietnam National Academy of Music, possessing exceptional piano and foreign language skills. Their similar mindset and ambition have led netizens to constantly mention both of them in every post.

A subtle "green light" gesture: When the runner-up beauty queen steps up to defend the male striker.

The couple's popularity truly exploded when a short video clip capturing the moment Dinh Bac glanced at Chau Anh in the guest seating area went viral. Immediately, the striker faced some mixed opinions, with some accusing him of lacking tact and even "ogling" women. Faced with an incident that could damage Dinh Bac's image, runner-up Chau Anh made a move that was considered extremely clever and clearly a "green light" signal.

On the afternoon of January 30th, the beauty queen unexpectedly went live on stream to clarify the situation for the male footballer. She explained that Đình Bắc was actually just talking to runner-up Vân Nhi, who was sitting to his left, and the camera angle created an unnecessary misunderstanding. The fact that a beauty queen proactively spoke up to defend a young man amidst a public controversy was seen by fans as an act of "hidden affection." This subtlety not only helped Đình Bắc escape the inappropriate accusations but also showed the special care Châu Anh had for her new acquaintance.

The "ship couple" craze and expectations of a perfect match: a handsome man and a beautiful woman.

Following Chau Anh's heartwarming clarification, the online community immediately started enthusiastically "shipping" her and Dinh Bac. The beauty queen's personal page was flooded with comments like: "So thoughtful, it would be a waste if Dinh Bac didn't seal the deal" or "A female soldier, a male athlete, a perfect golden couple." Although she affirmed that their feelings were only admiration for each other's talent, their civilized and sweet interactions have raised high expectations among viewers. Amidst Dinh Bac's efforts at the Hanoi Police Club, Chau Anh's encouragement will undoubtedly be a great motivation for him to excel.

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