#AFCU23 - Road to Final: Japan

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026

#AFCU23 - Road to Final: Japan

Jeddah: Japan are on the brink of creating more history after booking their spot in the final of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™.

Go Oiwa's side are not only seeking to become the first team to win back-to-back titles but also to extend their record of lifting the trophy to a third time.

The-AFC.com retraces Japan's journey to the final.

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Preview - Final: China PR v Japan

Fri, 23 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. 

#AFCU23 - Road to Final: China PR

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026

#AFCU23 - Road to Final: China PR

Jeddah: China PR are determined to create more history after advancing to the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final.

It will be their first appearance in the title decider of the tournament, having never advanced past the group stage in their previous five appearances.

The-AFC.com takes a look at how Antonio Puche's side reached the final, with Japan standing in their way of continental glory.

We have to believe in ourselves, says China PR’s Hu

Fri, 23 Jan, 2026

We have to believe in ourselves, says China PR’s Hu

Jeddah: Hu Hetao knows China PR face a huge challenge but it is one they are looking forward to when they meet Japan in the final of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Saturday.

History is what Hu and his teammates will be bidding to make with China PR having never lifted the trophy.

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.

#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.