AFC Referee Academy conducts first onside module for Batch 7

Fri, 31 Oct, 2025

AFC Referee Academy conducts first onside module for Batch 7

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) conducted its first onsite module for Batch 7 of the acclaimed AFC Referee Academy from October 27 to 31 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

In a major milestone since the Academy’s inception in 2017, Batch 7 features the largest cohort to date - 62 match officials from across the Continent, including the first-ever participants from the Lao Football Federation (LFF).

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AFC Referee Academy continues to nurture Asia’s elite match officials

Thu, 30 Oct, 2025

AFC Referee Academy continues to nurture Asia’s elite match officials

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing officiating standards in Asia with the successful completion of its latest modules for Batches 5 and 6 of the highly acclaimed AFC Referee Academy.

Kicking off the back-to-back modules, the five-day learning experience for Batch 6 took place from October 13 to 17 and was followed by the programme for Batch 5 from October 20 to 24.

Asian officials take centre stage at inaugural FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup

Wed, 22 Oct, 2025

Asian officials take centre stage at inaugural FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup

Kuala Lumpur: Asian referees will once again script history when the FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup™ Philippines 2025 takes place from November 21 to December 7.

The Continent will enjoy maximum representation with nine referees, including one support, in the historic inaugural edition being staged in the host city of Pasig.

16 AFC match officials appointed for FIFA Arab Cup 2025

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

16 AFC match officials appointed for FIFA Arab Cup 2025

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s position as a model Confederation in the world of refereeing was further underlined with the appointment of 16 AFC match officials to the upcoming FIFA Arab Cup 2025.

Representing the largest contingent at the tournament, the AFC officials will comprise four referees, eight assistant referees, and four Video Match Officials (VMOs) for the 11th edition of the competition, which will be held in Qatar from December 1 to 18.

AFC Referee Academy graduates ready to shine at FIFA U-17 World Cup

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

AFC Referee Academy graduates ready to shine at FIFA U-17 World Cup

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Referee Academy’s unwavering efforts to produce referees of the highest standards reached a landmark milestone with as many as 15 officials being appointed to the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.

Taking place from November 3 to 27, the competition will see, for the first time, a fully home-grown cast of referees featuring in a FIFA competition, further reiterating the AFC’s resolve to establish its position as a model Confederation.

AFC Elite Futsal Referees & Instructors elevate skills at seminar

Fri, 22 Aug, 2025

AFC Elite Futsal Referees & Instructors elevate skills at seminar

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) once again underlined its commitment to enhancing refereeing standards in the futsal landscape with the successful staging of the AFC Elite Futsal Referees & Instructors Seminar 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The seminar, which took place from August 16 to 22, brought together futsal instructors and referees from across the Continent to guide them in enhancing fitness and staying abreast of the latest technological advancements.