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#ACFutsal2026 - Players to watch

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

#ACFutsal2026 - Players to watch

Jakarta: The AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ goes under the microscope with the 16 teams having confirmed their respective squads in their chase for continental glory.

With just two days until the big kick-off, the-AFC.com highlights one player from each team to look out for.

www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u23_asian_cup.html/video/afcu23-|-final-china-pr-0-4-japan

Oiwa: Japan are on the right track

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Oiwa: Japan are on the right track

Jeddah: Head coach Go Oiwa believes Japan’s development programmes are doing their job after guiding his team to a 4-0 victory over China PR in the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final on Saturday.

The triumph made Japan the first team to successfully defend the crown and lift the trophy for a third time, with Oiwa having also steered them to glory two years ago.

Japan’s Sato receives MVP honour

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Japan’s Sato receives MVP honour

Jeddah: Ryunosuke Sato was named the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ MVP following Japan’s 4-0 win against China PR in the final on Saturday.

The midfielder was influential throughout the tournament, featuring in all six matches as Japan became not only the first team to win back-to-back titles but also extend their record of triumphs to three. 

Japan's Araki named Best Goalkeeper

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Japan's Araki named Best Goalkeeper

Jeddah: Japan's Rui Araki was named the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Best Goalkeeper after playing a pivotal role in his side lifting the trophy for a record-extending third time on Saturday.

The Gamba Osaka custodian, who had three clean sheets enroute to the final, produced a sparkling display to keep China PR at bay in the final.

Japan power past China PR to clinch third title

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Japan power past China PR to clinch third title

Jeddah: Japan were at their scintillating best as they cruised 4-0 past China PR in the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium on Saturday.

A brace from Kosei Ogura and strikes from Yuto Ozeki and Ryunosuke Sato meant Japan became the first team to defend the title and lift the coveted trophy for a third time.

It was heartbreak for China PR, who were looking to cap their amazing run at Saudi Arabia 2026 with the title but found Japan simply too hot on the night. 

www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u23_asian_cup.html/photo/final-china-pr-v-japan

#ACFutsal2026 - Know Your Teams: Group C

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

#ACFutsal2026 - Know Your Teams: Group C

Jakarta: The AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ kick-off is imminent with the continent’s best descending on Jakarta. 

As we continue our buildup, the-AFC.com shifts the spotlight to Group C, with top class action expected from the stellar cast. 

Preview - Final: China PR v Japan

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Preview - Final: China PR v Japan

Jeddah: The AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final between China PR and Japan promises to be a battle of tactical wits at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium on Saturday.

Antonio Puche’s China PR’s run to a final was based on defensive solidity while Japan have been impressive in all departments, with Go Oiwa’s side aiming to defend their title and lift the trophy for a record-extending third time. 

Umeki: Japan will fight till the end

Fri, 23 Jan, 2026

Umeki: Japan will fight till the end

Jeddah:  Japan, Rei Umeki has stressed, are ready for the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final against China PR on Saturday.

Japan enter the match with an unbeaten record, having demonstrated consistency and resilience under pressure that has made them frontrunners for the title.

www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u23_asian_cup.html/video/afcu23-saudi-arabia-2026-|-preview-final

Know The Coach - Go Oiwa (Japan)

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

Know The Coach - Go Oiwa (Japan)

Doha: Go Oiwa will add another milestone to his football career if he steers Japan to the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ title on Saturday.

The experienced tactician is in charge of Japan for the third consecutive edition and will become the first coach to win the title twice if his side see off the challenge of China PR.