Vietnam’s national Xiangqi (Chinese chess) team suffered a defeat against the Guangdong province team from China, concluding a ten-round friendly match series with a score of 4-16. Despite including current world champion Lai Ly Huynh in their lineup, the Vietnamese team was unable to overcome their opponents. The series of matches provided valuable competitive experience for the Vietnamese players. Guangdong demonstrated a strong overall performance throughout the ten rounds. This loss highlights the continuing strength of Chinese Xiangqi, particularly within the Guangdong province. The result emphasizes areas for improvement for the Vietnamese team as they continue to develop their skills and compete internationally. Further matches and training are planned to address the disparities revealed during this competition.