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AFC President pledges continued support to Syrian FA

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026

AFC President pledges continued support to Syrian FA

Vancouver: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa held a productive meeting with Syrian Football Association (SFA) President Feras Teet on Wednesday, where the pair discussed the strategic road map intended to strengthen the development of football in the nation.

Held a day after the 36th AFC Congress 2026 and on the eve of the 76th FIFA Congress in Canada, Shaikh Salman congratulated SFA President Feras Teet on his election to the high-level position in November last year and wished him every success in the new role.

Shaikh Salman commends transformation of Chinese football

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026

Shaikh Salman commends transformation of Chinese football

Vancouver: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, met with Chinese Football Association (CFA) President Song Kai on Wednesday, where he personally commended the significant progress of Chinese football in recent years.

During the high-level meeting in Canada, held on the sidelines of major global football governance events, the AFC President noted the clear positive shift in China PR’s strategic direction since CFA President Song Kai took office in October 2023 and praised his commitment to a youth-first policy and long-term sustainability.

AFC President and CTFA leadership forge closer ties

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026

AFC President and CTFA leadership forge closer ties

Vancouver: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa met with Chinese Taipei Football Association (CTFA), President Chang Tsan and long-serving Vice President Chris Wang Sheau-Shiun, to discuss a shared vision for football development in the territory.

Held at the sidelines of the 36th AFC Congress, the AFC President officially congratulated President Chang on his December 2025 election and lauded the association’s recent milestones, particularly the rapid ascent of women’s football.

AFC takes strategic step to fuel global football ambitions

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026

AFC takes strategic step to fuel global football ambitions

Vancouver: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Executive Committee today made significant strides in its deliberations regarding the commercial rights for the 2029–2036 cycle.

Following a comprehensive tender process, the AFC will now embark on the strategic next steps to ensure that the long-term commercial interests of the Confederation are best served.

Shaikh Salman: DPRK FA a ‘global model’ for women’s football

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

Shaikh Salman: DPRK FA a ‘global model’ for women’s football

Vancouver: Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, met with DPR Korea Football Association (DPRK FA) President Kim IL Guk on Wednesday, reaffirming the Confederation’s commitment to advancing football development in the country.

During the meeting, Shaikh Salman lauded DPR Korea’s extraordinary dominance on both the Continental and global stages. Most recently, the nation reached the Final of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ earlier this month, finishing as runners-up to Japan after a hard-fought 1-0 defeat.

Shaikh Salman: ‘Unity and Resilience driving Asian football forward’

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

Shaikh Salman: ‘Unity and Resilience driving Asian football forward’

Vancouver: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa today underscored a landmark year of transformation at the 36th AFC Congress in Vancouver, Canada, reinforcing a message of solidarity and growth for the Continent’s football landscape.

Addressing the Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs), the President expressed his profound gratitude for their steadfast commitment during a challenging period of significant global shifts and uncertainty, noting that their determination and adaptability had been the driving force behind a groundbreaking year.

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Stage set for 36th AFC Congress 2026

Thu, 09 Apr, 2026

Stage set for 36th AFC Congress 2026

Vancouver: The spotlight will turn towards Vancouver on April 28 (Tuesday) when the 36th AFC Congress 2026 takes place in the coastal Canadian city.

To be staged at the Vancouver Convention Centre, the 36th AFC Congress will vote on the Audited Financial Statements and Auditors’ Report for the year 2025, during which the AFC successfully delivered 16 competitions, including the groundbreaking revamped club competitions.

Agenda of the 36th AFC Congress 2026 published

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

Agenda of the 36th AFC Congress 2026 published

Kuala Lumpur: The agenda for the 36th AFC Congress 2026, scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 28, in Vancouver, Canada, has been confirmed and can be accessed here.