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Hong backs Son to lead Korea Republic challenge

Sat, 16 May, 2026

Hong backs Son to lead Korea Republic challenge

Seoul: Korea Republic head coach Hong Myung-bo has backed Son Heung-min to get back to goalscoring ways at his fourth FIFA World Cup after on Saturday naming the striker in his squad for the tournament.

Captain Son has struggled for goals since swapping English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur for Los Angeles FC in Major League Soccer a year ago.

Injured Mitoma misses out as Moriyasu names Japan squad

Fri, 15 May, 2026

Injured Mitoma misses out as Moriyasu names Japan squad

Tokyo: An emotional Hajime Moriyasu said Japan had lost "a major presence" in Kaoru Mitoma after he was forced to leave the injured winger out of his FIFA World Cup 2026 squad on Friday.

Mitoma missed the cut after medical staff decided he did not have enough time to recover from a hamstring injury he suffered during Brighton's 3-0 win over Wolves in the Premier League last weekend.

#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Riyadh: Fans can expect a scintillating AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ following Saturday's Final Draw in Riyadh.

While the usual teams will start as the pre-tournament favourites, the continental showpiece has a tendency of producing surprises and the-AFC.com takes a look at what can be expected from the groups.

Tickets for AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ to launch with exclusive 48-hour window for Visa cardholders

Sun, 10 May, 2026

Tickets for AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ to launch with exclusive 48-hour window for Visa cardholders

Riyadh: The AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ is officially opening its doors to fans this week, beginning with an exclusive opportunity for Visa cardholders to lead the charge from today, May 10, 2026. As the tournament's Official Global Supporter, Visa is offering its cardholders a 48-hour priority window to secure tickets before the general public.

This launch follows the excitement of the Final Draw in Riyadh, which mapped out the journey for Asia’s top teams across the host cities of Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al Khobar. The exclusive pre-sale period begins at 20:27 Arabian Standard Time (AST) on May 10, providing Visa users with the first choice of seats across all 51 matches, including the highly anticipated opening fixture between Saudi Arabia and Palestine on January 7 and the eagerly anticipated Final on February 5.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/video/highlights-afc-asian-cup-saudi-arabia-2027™-final-draw

AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 - Draw Result & Match Schedule

#AsianCup2027 - Final Draw: What they said

Sun, 10 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - Final Draw: What they said

Riyadh: The stage is set for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ with Saturday’s Final Draw producing six enticing groups.

As the teams plan their preparations for the January 7-February 5, 2027 continental showpiece, the-AFC.com listened to what several head coaches had to say after the glittering Final Draw at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh.

#AsianCup2027 - Road to glory paved

Sun, 10 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - Road to glory paved

Riyadh: Fans can expect a spectacular AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ with Saturday's glittering Final Draw at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh producing a thrilling group stage.

The continental showpiece, to be hosted by Saudi Arabia for the first time, kicks off on January 7, 2027.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/photo/asiancup2027-the-draw

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/video/afc-asian-cup-saudi-arabia-2027-ahlan-asia

Football inspiring indomitable Yazan to greater heights

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Football inspiring indomitable Yazan to greater heights

Riyadh: Yazan Seefen has overcome obstacles throughout his life and the youngster is determined to keep pushing boundaries and make the best of what comes his way.

The Saudi Arabian para footballer is one of the Draw Assistants for the Final Draw of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Saturday, which will have representation from all walks of the Asian football ecosystem.

Saudi Arabia captain Salem Al Dawsari, Japanese legend Hidetoshi Nakata and Korea Republic women’s referee Kim Yu-jeong are among the Draw Assistants and 16-year-old Seefen is relishing the opportunity of being on stage with them.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/video/yazan-seefen-draw-assistant-afc-asian-cup-saudi-arabia-2027™-final-draw