A video of Tran Trung Kien of the Vietnam U22 team getting a massage has gone viral, causing a sensation online because of one thing.

Goalkeeper Tran Trung Kien's almost flawless good looks unexpectedly became the center of attention on social media after a series of clips filmed at a therapeutic massage parlor in Gia Lai went viral.

These videos, originally recorded to promote fitness recovery services for customers, had an impact far exceeding all expectations when the young goalkeeper of the Vietnam U22 team appeared as the main character.

Accordingly, this massage parlor regularly posts moments from customers' treatment sessions on the TikTok platform. The clip showing Tran Trung Kien stretching and recovering his strength was filmed in October, before he embarked on his journey to participate in the SEA Games 33. However, after the tournament, when Tran Trung Kien's name became more frequently searched, the old images were unexpectedly "rediscovered" and quickly attracted millions of views and countless comments.

Most notably, the clip shows a close-up of the goalkeeper's face during therapy. Without makeup, without posing, and with his eyes focused on the stretching process, his natural beauty has captivated netizens. Many unanimously agree that Tran Trung Kien possesses a handsome, cinematic face with clear features, a high nose bridge, bright eyes, and overall harmonious proportions.

Although only 11 seconds long, the video's impact is undeniable. Besides his appearance, Tran Trung Kien also scored points for his friendly and approachable demeanor. In the comments section, netizens left numerous compliments such as, "He's tall and strong, a goalkeeper, and his face is so striking," "He still looks handsome even in close-up," and "I was stunned by his appearance when I went on social media." Many even suggested that if he tried his hand at male beauty pageants, Tran Trung Kien would have a good chance of gaining attention.

The goalkeeper's appeal extends beyond Vietnam. Following his convincing performance at the 33rd SEA Games, Tran Trung Kien of the Vietnam U22 team unexpectedly became a "media phenomenon" in Thailand. Even though the men's football final ended with a nail-biting victory for Vietnam, the aftermath of the tournament continues to spread strongly across regional forums. Interestingly, instead of discussing his technical skills, many Thai viewers are particularly interested in the appearance of the goalkeeper born in 2003.

On football fan groups and large online communities in Thailand, images of Tran Trung Kien were shared at a rapid pace. In a beauty-focused group with over two hundred thousand members, an unofficial poll for "the most handsome goalkeeper at the SEA Games" named the U22 Vietnam goalkeeper as the top contender. Keywords related to Tran Trung Kien even became trending searches on Thai social media immediately after the final match.

The majority of female viewers expressed admiration for the masculine and composed appearance of Vietnam's number one goalkeeper. His angular face, confident playing style, and calm demeanor in goal easily won the hearts of international viewers.

Tran Trung Kien was born in Hung Yen and grew up in Pleiku, Gia Lai. He is currently a member of Hoang Anh Gia Lai Football Club and is considered one of the most promising young goalkeepers in Vietnamese football. In 2025, he and the youth national teams achieved many notable successes.

Off the field, Tran Trung Kien is described by friends and fans as a humorous and outgoing person, which further enhances his relatable image in the eyes of the public.

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