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Preview - Group B: Korea Republic v UAE

Tue, 16 Apr, 2024

Preview - Group B: Korea Republic v UAE

Doha: Head coach Hwang Sun-hong has set his sights on an opening day win when Korea Republic take on United Arab Emirates in Group B of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ on Tuesday. 

With Japan and China PR also in the group, Hwang said three points are a must if his side are to advance to the knockout stage. 

Preview - West Semi-final (1st Leg): Al Ain FC (UAE) v Al Hilal SFC (KSA)

Mon, 15 Apr, 2024

Preview - West Semi-final (1st Leg): Al Ain FC (UAE) v Al Hilal SFC (KSA)

Al Ain: Al Ain FC will have to overcome a major hurdle if their dream to lift the coveted AFC Champions League™ trophy for a second time is to be realised.

Winners of the inaugural edition in 2003, standing in Al Ain's way in the semi-finals of the 2023/24 edition are a phenomenal Al Hilal SFC.
 
Al Ain are making a return to the semi-final stage for the first time since 2016, when they went on to finish runners-up to Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors of Korea Republic but the United Arab Emirates' side have, however, played some incredible football on the continental stage and will not be overawed by Al Hilal despite the Saudi Arabian side's incredible form.

#ACL - Semi-final (West): Ones to Watch

Sat, 13 Apr, 2024

#ACL - Semi-final (West): Ones to Watch

Al Ain: The race for the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 title boils down to four teams as the competition enters the semi-final stage. Former champions Al Ain and Al Hilal lock horns on the west side with the first leg taking place in the UAE on Tuesday.

With both sides boasting multiple local and international stars, the-AFC.com shines the spotlight on three stars from each side that could make the difference in their respective teams’ pursuit of a spot in the final.

#ACL - West S-Final: How they got there

Fri, 12 Apr, 2024

#ACL - West S-Final: How they got there

Al Ain: Al Ain FC will host Al Hilal SFC in the first leg of the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 West semi-final on Tuesday.

Al Ain of the United Arab Emirates are aiming to lift the trophy for the first time since emerging champions in the inaugural edition in 2003 while Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal are seeking their third title.
 
The-AFC.com retraces their journey to the semi-finals.

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#AFCU23 - Know Your Group B Teams

Tue, 09 Apr, 2024

#AFCU23 - Know Your Group B Teams

Kuala Lumpur: With the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ just around the corner, we next take a look at a very interesting Group B.

Potentially the toughest of the four groups, it features two former champions in Japan and Korea Republic,  together with United Arab Emirates and China PR.

West Asia Wrap: Al Gharafa edge closer; Al Hilal relentless

Mon, 08 Apr, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Gharafa edge closer; Al Hilal relentless

Doha: Al Sadd SC’s title charge suffered a setback following a 3-1 defeat to Al Duhail SC as Al Gharafa moved within two points of them in the Qatar Stars League 2023/24 on Sunday. 

Al Hilal SFC, meanwhile, edged closer to the Saudi Pro League title with a 4-1 win over Al Khaleej which took them to 77 points, 12 ahead of Al Nassr with seven matches remaining. 

It is a tight race in the Bahrain Premier League with Al Khalidiya moving within a point of Al Riffa SC while Al Shorta SC and Air Force Club are locked in an enticing battle in the Iraqi Stars League. Join the-AFC.com as we bring you the latest domestic action from across West Asia.

Japan stay top; Qatar achieve best ever position

Thu, 04 Apr, 2024

Japan stay top; Qatar achieve best ever position

Kuala Lumpur: Japan stayed unchanged at 18th to remain Asia's top side in the latest FIFA Men's World Ranking released on Thursday.

Qatar climbed three spots to 34th - their highest-ever position in the ranking – with the top 10 staying unchanged, while Indonesia were the biggest movers after climbing eight spots to sit at 134th.

West Asia Wrap: Al Futuwa continue reign; Al Hilal survive stiff test

Mon, 01 Apr, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Futuwa continue reign; Al Hilal survive stiff test

Damascus: Al Futuwa SC successfully defended their Syrian Premier League title, with a 3-1 defeat of Al Hurriya giving them an unassailable lead of 45 points with four matches remaining.

In Saudi Arabia, Al Hilal SFC kept their unbeaten run going but not before surviving a major scare from Al Shabab while Cristiano Ronaldo starred with a hat-trick as Al Nassr kept their faint hopes alive by defeating Al Tai 5-1. 

Join the-AFC.com as we recap the latest domestic action from across West Asia.

Al Ghassani credits Bento for UAE masterclass against Yemen

Wed, 27 Mar, 2024

Al Ghassani credits Bento for UAE masterclass against Yemen

Al Khobar: Yahya Al Ghassani believes head coach Paulo Bento’s due diligence worked in the United Arab Emirates’ favour as they claimed a 3-0 victory against Yemen in Group H of the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Tuesday.

A fourth straight win sealed their progress into the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers and booked their ticket to the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™.

Group H: Yemen 0-3 United Arab Emirates

Wed, 27 Mar, 2024

Group H: Yemen 0-3 United Arab Emirates

Al Khobar: Paulo Bento’s United Arab Emirates cruised into the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers and in the process sealed a place at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ after defeating Yemen 3-0 in their Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 Group H clash on Tuesday.

With a perfect record of 12 points, UAE are assured of a top two finish in the group while Yemen -  with only three points - sit third in the standings behind Bahrain and will need wins in their remaining two matches to keep their progression hopes alive.

Preview - Group H: Yemen v UAE; Bahrain v Nepal

Mon, 25 Mar, 2024

Preview - Group H: Yemen v UAE; Bahrain v Nepal

Khobar: The United Arab Emirates will be aiming to stay perfect and seal progression when they take on Yemen in Group H of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Tuesday.

UAE lead the standings by three points, having secured three consecutive victories with head coach Paulo Bento urging his team to get the job done following their 2-1 win over Yemen on Matchday Three.