رئيس الاتحاد الآسيوي لكرة القدم: الشيخ سلمان بن إبراهيم آل خليفة

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رئيس الاتحاد الآسيوي لكرة القدم: الشيخ سلمان بن إبراهيم آل خليفة

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Iraq praised by AFC President as 40-year wait ends

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

Iraq praised by AFC President as 40-year wait ends

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has extended his congratulations to Iraq following the national team’s hard-fought qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The Lions of Mesopotamia officially punched their ticket to football’s grandest stage for the first time since their 1986 debut in Mexico after securing a 2-1 victory over Bolivia in the FIFA Playoff Tournament at the Monterrey Stadium on Tuesday.

AFC President congratulates teams on sealing AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ berths

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

AFC President congratulates teams on sealing AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ berths

Kuala Lumpur: Following a gripping series of matches in the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round on Tuesday, Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the five nations that secured their places for the Continental showpiece, which will be held from January 7 to February 5 next year.

Tajikistan topped Group A on goal difference, whilst Thailand clinched pole position in Group D on the final matchday to join history-makers Singapore, Syria and Vietnam, who had previously confirmed their status in earlier rounds.

Shaikh Salman hails Australia 2026 as Japan seals third Asian crown

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026

Shaikh Salman hails Australia 2026 as Japan seals third Asian crown

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, has extended his warmest congratulations to Japan after the Nadeshiko defeated Australia 1-0 to secure their third AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ title following a spectacular Final at Stadium Australia on Saturday.

The tournament concluded on a historic note in front of yet another record-breaking 74,397 crowd, marking the third occasion a new fan attendance record was set across the 21-day football festival, and further cementing this edition as the most attended in the competition's history with total turnout surpassing the 350,000 mark.

AFC President's message on AFC Women's Football Day 2026

Sun, 08 Mar, 2026

AFC President's message on AFC Women's Football Day 2026

Kuala Lumpur: As we celebrate AFC Women’s Football Day 2026, we do so at a truly special time for the women’s game in Asia.

Today, as we mark the 12th year of celebrating this occasion, the world observes International Women’s Day and the Continent stands united not only in recognising the strength, resilience and achievements of women across all walks of life, but also in witnessing the 21st edition of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup unfold before us.

AFC President sends best wishes ahead of AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

AFC President sends best wishes ahead of AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™

Kuala Lumpur: When hosts Australia take on the Philippines in tomorrow’s opening match at Perth Stadium at 5pm, it will mark the start of the 21st edition of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ where the Continent’s finest women’s national teams will battle for the coveted crown from March 1 to 21, 2026.

With the opening match poised to set a new attendance benchmark in the history of the Continental showpiece, AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has offered words of encouragement to the 12 participating teams and the Local Organising Committee.

AFC President hails IR Iran’s #ACFutsal2026 dominance

Sun, 08 Feb, 2026

AFC President hails IR Iran’s #ACFutsal2026 dominance

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has congratulated the Islamic Republic of Iran after the Central Asians defeated Indonesia on penalties to claim a record-extending 14th AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ title at the Indonesia Arena in Jakarta on Saturday.

In a tightly contested battle, host nation and first-time finalists Indonesia were denied a historic triumph with Hossein Sabzi converting the decisive penalty to give IR Iran a 5-4 shootout victory after the thrilling Final ended 5-5 after extra-time.

Japan’s historic triumph applauded by Shaikh Salman

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Japan’s historic triumph applauded by Shaikh Salman

Jeddah: Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, has congratulated Japan for securing a record-extending third AFC U23 Asian Cup™ title after the young Samurai Blue defeated China PR 4-0 in a riveting final at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday.

Kosei Ogura’s brace and a goal apiece from Yuto Ozeki and Ryunosuke Sato sealed Japan's victory, making them the first team to defend the title and lift the coveted trophy for a third time.

Shaikh Salman commends Jordan’s success in best-ever FIFA Arab Cup

Fri, 19 Dec, 2025

Shaikh Salman commends Jordan’s success in best-ever FIFA Arab Cup

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has commended Jordan on their runners-up finish at the FIFA Arab Cup after the Al Nashama were narrowly defeated 3-2 by Morocco after extra time in a riveting final at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday.

Asia’s dominance was underlined at the multi-continental showpiece with six AFC teams reaching the quarter-final stage – two more than the previous edition, whilst four Asian sides – Bahrain, Iraq, Palestine and Saudi Arabia – also claimed their maiden triumphs since the tournament transitioned to the FIFA Arab Cup in 2021. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates finished joint-third.

AFC President offers condolences to HKFA

Sat, 29 Nov, 2025

AFC President offers condolences to HKFA

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has expressed his profound sorrow to The Football Association of Hong Kong, China Limited (HKFA) following the tragic fire at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Tai Po district, which resulted in the loss of hundreds of lives and left many injured.

Shaikh Salman said: “On behalf of the Asian football family, I extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of all those who have been affected by this devastating tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the HKFA and the wider community as they mourn the lives lost and support those who have been injured.”

AFC President confident of Asian success at FIFA Arab Cup

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

AFC President confident of Asian success at FIFA Arab Cup

Kuala Lumpur: The FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 will feature some of Asia’s premier teams and Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, has called upon them to showcase Asian football at its best as he simultaneously sent his well wishes to the host nation and its Local Organising Committee.

The highly anticipated tournament – the Arab world’s biggest football showdown – is being hosted for the second consecutive time by Qatar after the inaugural edition in 2021. Scheduled to be played from December 1 to 18, the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 features a total of 16 teams from the AFC and the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

Shaikh Salman: Asia is ready to make global futsal history

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

Shaikh Salman: Asia is ready to make global futsal history

Kuala Lumpur: With the Philippines set to stage their first-ever FIFA tournament, Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, has rallied the AFC’s representatives to showcase their undeniable talent whilst underlining his confidence in the Local Organising Committee to deliver an exceptional inaugural edition of the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup.

Set to take place from November 21 to December 7, 2025, the showpiece will feature 16 of the world’s top women’s futsal national teams competing for ultimate glory. Leading the Continent’s march are AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 champions Japan, first-time finalists Thailand and third-placed finishers the Islamic Republic of Iran—all ranked in the top 10 globally—along with hosts, the Philippines, with all matches to be played at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City, Metropolitan Manila.

DPR Korea’s global dominance lauded by AFC President

Sun, 09 Nov, 2025

DPR Korea’s global dominance lauded by AFC President

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has hailed the remarkable achievement of DPR Korea after the East Asians defeated the Netherlands 3-0 to clinch a record-extending fourth FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup title at the Olympic Stadium of Rabat in Morocco on Saturday.

The exceptional triumph marked a historic first for DPR Korea, as Pak Song Jin’s charges became the first Asian side to successfully defend their crown on the global stage following a similar title-winning run in the Dominican Republic last year. With a total of 25 goals scored—a single-edition record —and just three conceded, the East Asian side’s performance at the ninth edition of the tournament will take its place as one of the most dominant in history. Astonishingly, all four triumphs were achieved in unbeaten fashion.