Brazilian football great Zico attended the Công an Hà Nội–Kashima Antlers match in the VIP section at Hàng Đẫy, BongdaPlus reported on 13 October. His longstanding links with Kashima and Japanese football provide the background to the visit. His presence attracted attention from supporters familiar with his playing generation. The report records attendance at the fixture, without confirming a separate fan meeting or autograph event during his visit to Vietnam.