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Visa expands AFC partnership to support Asia’s top club competitions through to 2029

Mon, 05 Oct, 2026

Visa expands AFC partnership to support Asia’s top club competitions through to 2029

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today announced Visa as an Official Global Supporter of the AFC Champions League Elite™, AFC Champions League Two™ and AFC Women's Champions League™, spanning the 2026-2029 cycle.

The worldwide partnership extends Visa's relationship with the AFC and brings its global payment services expertise to Asia’s leading club competitions, helping enhance access and convenience for fans across the region.

Brazil cruise past India in historic Kolkata friendly

Sun, 04 Oct, 2026

Brazil cruise past India in historic Kolkata friendly

Kolkata: Brazil proved too strong for India, cruising to a 4-0 victory in an international friendly at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Saturday.

Estevao and Pedro struck in the first half before Samuel Lino added a brace after the break as Brazil emerged comfortable winners in the first-ever meeting between the two nations.

Korea Republic held; Palestine shine

Fri, 02 Oct, 2026

Korea Republic held; Palestine shine

Kuala Lumpur: Korea Republic played to a goalless stalemate with Venezuela in an international friendly played at Ulsan on Friday.

Palestine, meanwhile, produced a superb performance to defeat China PR 5-0.

Hanoi recommended as host of the 9th AFC Medical Conference

Fri, 02 Oct, 2026

Hanoi recommended as host of the 9th AFC Medical Conference

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Medical Committee today announced a series of landmark advancements for sports science in Asia during its sixth meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, including recommending the Vietnam Football Federation as the Host Association for the prestigious AFC Medical Conference in 2027 alongside the implementation of new safety heading protocols for children.

The decision brings the flagship event to Vietnam for the very first time, with the vibrant capital Hanoi proposed as the host city in 2027, when the ninth edition of the conference will look to build on the momentum of the recently concluded eighth iteration in Kuala Lumpur, which drew a record of more than 800 international sports medicine professionals.

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Japan triumph; Uzbekistan, Lebanon impress

Fri, 02 Oct, 2026

Japan triumph; Uzbekistan, Lebanon impress

Kuala Lumpur: Japan edged Ecuador 5-4 on penalties after the sides played out a goalless draw in their friendly at International Yokohama Stadium on Thursday.

In Tashkent, Uzbekistan cruised 4-1 past Syria, while Lebanon impressed with a 6-0 victory over Maldives at the Dolen Omurzakov Stadium in Bishkek.

AFC Medical Officers Course 2026 advances standards in football healthcare

Thu, 01 Oct, 2026

AFC Medical Officers Course 2026 advances standards in football healthcare

Kuala Lumpur: The acclaimed AFC Medical Officers Course 2026 concluded successfully on Thursday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, reinforcing the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s determination to uphold the highest standards of athlete health and integrity.

Taking place from September 28 to October 1, the course featured eminent speakers from not just Asia but across the global sports medicine ecosystem, including FIFA Medical Committee Chairperson Dr Andrew Massey and UEFA Chief Medical Officer Dr Zoran Bahtijarević, alongside Dr Peter Dzendrowskyj and Dr Celeste Geertsema from Aspetar.

#U17WAC Qualifiers cast sets sights on China 2027

Thu, 01 Oct, 2026

#U17WAC Qualifiers cast sets sights on China 2027

Kuala Lumpur: A record number of teams will kickstart their mission to reach the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2027™ on October 5 (Monday), 2026.

The cast of 29 is the largest-ever to be assembled for a Qualifiers—one more than the previous high of 28 for 2019—and will contend for the eight available berths at the 11th edition of the Finals.

Australia, Iran stumble

Wed, 30 Sep, 2026

Australia, Iran stumble

Kuala Lumpur: Australia and Islamic Republic of Iran suffered defeats in international friendly matches played on Tuesday.

Australia gave Brazil a good fight before losing 4-2 while Iran were second best in a 2-0 loss to Russia.

100 days to go: Saudi Arabia ready for #AsianCup2027

Tue, 29 Sep, 2026

100 days to go: Saudi Arabia ready for #AsianCup2027

Riyadh: Today marks the latest milestone for the grandest-ever edition of Asia’s crown jewel as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia gears up to play host for the first time in tournament history.

With 100 days to go until the opening match of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on January 7, the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) confirmed that preparations have transitioned from the planning phase to full operational status for the 19th iteration of the showpiece.

AFC Medical Officers Course 2026 kicks off with focus on emergency medicine

Tue, 29 Sep, 2026

AFC Medical Officers Course 2026 kicks off with focus on emergency medicine

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Medical Officers Course 2026 commenced on Monday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, reiterating the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to ensuring the best medical support and care for its athletes across Asia.

Attended by more than 50 medical personnel from across the Continent, the 2026 edition features several eminent speakers, including FIFA Medical Committee Chairperson Dr Andrew Massey and UEFA Chief Medical Officer Dr Zoran Bahtijarević, alongside Dr Peter Dzendrowskyj and Dr Celeste Geertsema, both representing Aspetar, one of the world's foremost orthopaedic and sports medicine hospitals.

OCAC praises #AsianCup2027 preparations as operational milestones accelerate

Tue, 29 Sep, 2026

OCAC praises #AsianCup2027 preparations as operational milestones accelerate

Kuala Lumpur: With 100 days to go until the highly anticipated AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, the Organising Committee for the AFC Asian Cup (OCAC) today applauded the major operational milestones achieved as preparations enter their final readiness phases.

Chairing the fifth meeting, held virtually, Chairperson Mariano V. Araneta, Jr. expressed high praise for the significant progress made by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) in setting new benchmarks of excellence for the Continent’s premier men’s tournament.