After years of internal strife, Laos is well on the road to economic and political recovery. With the country achieving political stability, football has made an impact on Laotians.

Since making their appearance at the 1995 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, Laos has competed in the Asean Football Championship (Tiger Cup). Although new to the regional tournaments, Laos has displayed passion and talent.

In 1995, they beat Brunei and the Philippines and two years later in the Jakarta SEA Games, they stunned Malaysia,a major force in the region. Domestic competitions are also active with over 60 clubs in competing at various levels.