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Preview - Group A: Korea Republic v Czechia

Wed, 10 Jun, 2026

Preview - Group A: Korea Republic v Czechia

Zapopan: Korea Republic will be determined to kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with victory against Czechia when the sides meet in Group A on Thursday.

The East Asian side will head into the encounter with a spring in their step after having defeated El Salvador and Trinidad & Tobago in the buildup.

FIFA World Cup 2026 spotlight: Shaun Evans – AFC Video Match Official

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026 spotlight: Shaun Evans – AFC Video Match Official

Kuala Lumpur: A total of 25 match officials are set to represent the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) at the upcoming FIFA World Cup, which will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026.

Ahead of their campaign on the world’s grandest stage, the-AFC.com caught up with the officials who will be blowing the whistle in the 2026 edition of the global showpiece.

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#AWCL: Vote for Best Goal Of The Season 2025/26, Presented by VISA

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

#AWCL: Vote for Best Goal Of The Season 2025/26, Presented by VISA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26™ delivered a season filled with stunning strikes, dramatic finishes and moments of brilliance that showcased the rising quality of women’s football across Asia.

From long-range screamers and instinctive volleys to title-winning finishes under pressure, the campaign produced goals worthy of the biggest stage.

We’ve selected the most spectacular goals from throughout the season. Your vote will now decide which one stands above the rest as the ultimate goal of the season.

#ACLTwo - Vote for your Favourite Magic Moment of the Season: Presented by STA

Fri, 05 Jun, 2026

#ACLTwo - Vote for your Favourite Magic Moment of the Season: Presented by STA

Kuala Lumpur: From dramatic winners and impossible comebacks to moments of pure brilliance between the posts, the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ season delivered memories that fans will never forget.

We have shortlisted some of the most iconic moments from across the season. Rewatch the moments, relive the emotion and vote for your Favourite Magic Moment of the Season - Presented by STA. 

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Delighted Al Gahwashi promises more from Yemen

Fri, 05 Jun, 2026

Delighted Al Gahwashi promises more from Yemen

Doha: Nasser Al Gahwashi said Yemen must continue to raise the bar after his brace secured a 2-0 victory over Lebanon on Thursday and booked the nation's place at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™.

The Zakho SC midfielder broke the deadlock with a curling effort after the hour mark, before adding the finishing touch in the 90th minute to send Noureddine Ould Ali’s side to the top of the Qualifiers Final Round Group B standings and book the final spot to the Finals.

Yemen complete Saudi Arabia 2027 cast

Fri, 05 Jun, 2026

Yemen complete Saudi Arabia 2027 cast

Doha: Nasser Al Gahwashi struck both goals as Yemen completed the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ cast after defeating Lebanon 2-0 in their Qualifiers Final Round Group B match on Thursday.

Yemen, who topped the group with 14 points and will be making a return to the continental stage after missing out on the 2023 edition, will square off against Korea Republic, United Arab Emirates and Vietnam in Group E of the Finals.

Preview - Qualifiers Group B: Lebanon v Yemen

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

Preview - Qualifiers Group B: Lebanon v Yemen

Doha: Lebanon and Yemen will not hold back when they square off in their concluding AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group B tie on Thursday.

At stake is the sole remaining spot at next year’s continental showpiece, with Madjid Bougherra’s Lebanon side on 13 points, two ahead of Yemen, and in pole position to make a third consecutive Finals appearance.

#ACLTwo: Vote for Best Goal Of The Season 2025/26 - Presented by VISA

Fri, 29 May, 2026

#ACLTwo: Vote for Best Goal Of The Season 2025/26 - Presented by VISA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ was packed with moments that left fans excited — thunderous volleys, long-range screamers, impossible solo runs and finishes delivered under the biggest pressure.

Across Asia, players produced goals that turned matches, lifted stadiums and defined unforgettable nights on the continental stage. 

We have selected some of the most spectacular goals from throughout the season. Your vote will decide which one stands above the rest as the Best Goal of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26. 

#AFCU20 China 2027 - Stage set for Qualifiers

Thu, 28 May, 2026

#AFCU20 China 2027 - Stage set for Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ Qualifiers are set to be a scintillating affair following the Official Draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

To be staged between August 25 and September 6, 2026 in a centralised league system, these Qualifiers will feature the implementation of a new format as part of key reforms to the AFC’s youth competitions that were ratified earlier this year.

Designed to ensure more meaningful matches and opportunities for teams to compete against opponents of similar technical competency, a two-phase system featuring a promotion and relegation mechanism has been introduced.

#AWCL - Facts & Figures

Mon, 25 May, 2026

#AWCL - Facts & Figures

Suwon: The AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26™ concluded on Saturday with DPR Korea's Naegohyang Women’s FC lifting the coveted trophy at the Suwon Sports Complex.

It was a tournament which had it all and as we await for next season's challenge to kick off, the-AFC.com takes a look at some facts and figures that caught the eye.

Ri hails remarkable Naegohyang

Sat, 23 May, 2026

Ri hails remarkable Naegohyang

Suwon: Ri Yu Il was immensely proud of his Naegohyang Women’s FC side after they upstaged Tokyo Verdy Beleza to lift the AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26™ trophy on Saturday.

Kim Kyong Yong’s 44th minute strike was the difference between the two teams in a contest which the DPR Korea club -formed only in 2012 - produced undeniably their best performance of the competition.

Off-key Tokyo Verdy disappoint Kusunose

Sat, 23 May, 2026

Off-key Tokyo Verdy disappoint Kusunose

Suwon: There was no hiding Naoki Kusunose’s disappointment after his Tokyo Verdy Beleza side ended up as bridesmaids in the AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26™ on Saturday.

After a campaign which had seen the Japanese side shine, the head coach was left dejected with their inability to cope with the strength of Naegohyang Women’s FC as they fell to a 1-0 defeat in the final at Suwon Sports Complex.

#AFCU17: Facts & Figures

Sun, 24 May, 2026

#AFCU17: Facts & Figures

Jeddah: The AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ came to a thrilling conclusion on Friday with Japan crowned champions after edging China PR 3-2 in a pulsating final at the King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium Legends.

As the dust settles on another memorable edition, the-AFC.com looks at the facts and figures that defined the tournament.