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Afif delighted with Qatar’s qualification; Westwood targets bigger things for Afghanistan

Wed, 27 Mar, 2024

Afif delighted with Qatar’s qualification; Westwood targets bigger things for Afghanistan

Kuwait City: Captain Akram Afif was proud to see Qatar pass a tough Kuwait test to secure a 2-1 win that clinched their spot in the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Tuesday.

All three goals were scored in a space of four minutes late in the game with Almoez Ali’s double doing the trick for the reigning AFC Asian Cup champions, confirming them as Group A winners with two matches to spare.

Group A: Kuwait 1-2 Qatar

Wed, 27 Mar, 2024

Group A: Kuwait 1-2 Qatar

Kuwait City: Qatar left it late to defeat Kuwait 2-1 in Group E of the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ at Sabah Al Salem Stadium on Tuesday.

The win confirmed Qatar a spot in the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers and also ensured they will be at Saudi Arabia 2027 to defend their back-to-back AFC Asian Cup titles.

Preview - Group A: Kuwait v Qatar; India v Afghanistan

Mon, 25 Mar, 2024

Preview - Group A: Kuwait v Qatar; India v Afghanistan

Kuwait City: Kuwait stand in Qatar's way in their bid to confirm early progression when the two sides meet in Group A of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Tuesday.

India, meanwhile, will hope for a better outcome when they host Afghanistan following Thursday's draw. 

Qatar showed real quality in second half, says Lopez

Fri, 22 Mar, 2024

Qatar showed real quality in second half, says Lopez

Doha: Marquez Lopez was proud of Qatar's ability to increase their tempo in the 3-0 win over Kuwait in Group A of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Thursday.

After a goalless first half, Akram Afif scored twice and Ahmed Al Rawi the other as Qatar all but made sure of their place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers and spot in the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 with their third consecutive victory.

Group A: Qatar 3-0 Kuwait

Fri, 22 Mar, 2024

Group A: Qatar 3-0 Kuwait

Doha: Qatar turned on the power in the second half to defeat Kuwait 3-0 on Thursday to remain perfect in Group A of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™.

AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ MVP and Top Scorer Akram Afif netted twice and the Maroons could well seal their place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 with a second win over Kuwait in the reverse  fixture on Tuesday. 

Preview - Group A: Qatar v Kuwait; Afghanistan v India

Wed, 20 Mar, 2024

Preview - Group A: Qatar v Kuwait; Afghanistan v India

Kuala Lumpur: Qatar will be the team to beat when Group A of the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ resumes on Thursday.

Fresh from successfully defending their AFC Asian Cup title on home soil last month, Marquez Lopez's side will start as favourites against Kuwait, with Afghanistan to play India in the other Group A tie.

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal extend world record; Al Ansar secure vital win

Sun, 17 Mar, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal extend world record; Al Ansar secure vital win

Riyadh: Al Hilal SFC’s winning run continued unabated with Damac Club the latest team added to their win list as they maintained a huge gap in the Saudi Pro League with a 2-1 win on Saturday.

In Lebanon, Al Ansar SC took all three points in a top of the table clash with Al Seeb SC.

There was also action in Syria, Qatar, United Arab Emirates and Kuwait and the-AFC.com brings you up to speed with all the results. 

West Asia Wrap: Al Rayyan close in on Al Sadd; Al Hilal maintain imperious form

Mon, 11 Mar, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Rayyan close in on Al Sadd; Al Hilal maintain imperious form

Al Rayyan: Things are heating up in the Qatar Stars League after Al Sadd were held to two consecutive draws, giving a chance for Al Rayyan SC to narrow the gap at the top.

In Saudi Arabia, Al Hilal SFC notched another win to widen their advantage over Al Nassr while there was also plenty of other domestic action across West Asia, so join the-AFC.com as we bring you up to speed with the latest results.

West Asia Wrap: Al Hussein on the rise, Al Nassr keep Al Hilal in sight

Mon, 26 Feb, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Hussein on the rise, Al Nassr keep Al Hilal in sight

Amman: Al Hussein SC took a significant step forward in their bid to win their first Jordanian league title as they racked up their 11th win from 12 matches this season.

Over in Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo and Anderson Talisca combined to help Al Nassr to a fourth win in all competitions to temporarily close the gap to Al Hilal SFC.

There was also exciting domestic action in Kuwait, Oman, Iraq, Lebanon, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates - so join the-AFC.com as we look at the past week's movers and shakers from West Asia.

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal maintain hot pace

Mon, 19 Feb, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal maintain hot pace

Riyadh: Al Hilal SFC continued their impressive form in the Saudi Pro League while Al Nassr kept their hopes alive after both sides picked up wins over the past week.

Al Hussein in Jordan, Al Arabi in Kuwait and Oman’s Al Seeb also registered victories to increase their respective leads at the top.

There was also action in the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Lebanon and Bahrain; so join the-AFC.com as we round up a busy week in West Asia.

Asian Domestic Wrap: Macarthur down Wanderers; Holders Kuwait SC eliminated

Mon, 05 Feb, 2024

Asian Domestic Wrap: Macarthur down Wanderers; Holders Kuwait SC eliminated

Kuala Lumpur: Macarthur FC had the final say against crosstown rivals Western Sydney Wanderers as French striker Valere Germain completed his hat-trick in second-half injury time to give the Bulls a last-gasp 4-3 victory in Australia on Sunday. 

In Kuwait, last season’s Emir Cup finalists Kuwait SC and Kazma SC both crashed out of the competition after losing on penalties as Al Tadamon, Al Salmiya, Qadsia SC and Al Arabi booked their places in the semi-finals of the tournament’s 62nd edition. 
 
FC Goa and Odisha FC are level on points at the top of the Indian Super League table while matches also took place in Indonesia, Bangladesh, Lebanon and Cambodia, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s domestic action from across the continent.

Asian Domestic Wrap: East Bengal lift Super Cup; Points shared in Big Blue

Mon, 29 Jan, 2024

Asian Domestic Wrap: East Bengal lift Super Cup; Points shared in Big Blue

Kuala Lumpur: Captain Cleiton Silva hit the winner in the second half of extra time as East Bengal beat defending champions Odisha FC 3-2 to win the Indian Super Cup for the first time after a thrilling final at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Sunday.

In Australia, honours were even in the Big Blue derby as Sydney FC, despite being reduced to 10 men in the first half, held second-placed Melbourne Victory to a 1-1 draw on Friday – a result that left Tony Popovic’s side trailing leaders Wellington Phoenix by two points after 14 rounds. 
 
Defending champions Bashundhara Kings posted a 2-0 victory against Abahani Limited Dhaka to open up a four-point lead in Bangladesh while matches also took place in Kuwait, Cambodia and Hong Kong, China, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s domestic action from across the continent.