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Hudson appointed Thailand head coach

Fri, 24 Oct, 2025

Hudson appointed Thailand head coach

Bangkok: Anthony Hudson has been announced as the new head coach for Thailand, taking over from Masatada Ishii.

The 44-year-old was previously the Football Association of Thailand’s technical director.

Hudson, who was a West Ham United player in the late 90s, has an extensive coaching background with national teams and clubs including Bahrain, New Zealand, United States, Al Arabic SC and BG Pathum United.

Thailand and Ishii go separate ways

Tue, 21 Oct, 2025

Thailand and Ishii go separate ways

Bangkok: Football Association of Thailand announced on Tuesday that they have parted ways with Masatada Ishii and will now be assessing options to take over the head coach duties.

Citing differences in direction, FA Thailand will now be seeking a replacement to take charge of matches in November, including facing Sri Lanka in the AFC Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers.

Qualifiers - Final Round: How the Groups stand

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: How the Groups stand

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round more than delivered on what was expected as the matches lit up the continent.

A thrilling day of action saw highs and lows and the-AFC.com takes a look at how it all stands, with only the six group winners to advance to the Finals.

OCAC underlines importance of world-class #AsianCup2027 delivery standards

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

OCAC underlines importance of world-class #AsianCup2027 delivery standards

Riyadh: With just under 450 days to go to the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, the Organising Committee of AFC Asian Cup (OCAC) has today praised the meticulous planning undertaken to stage the best edition of the Continent’s premier men’s competition, which will be held in the Kingdom from January 7 to February 5.

Leading the fourth OCAC meeting in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Chairperson Mariano V. Araneta, Jr. underlined his confidence in the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) to set new benchmarks of excellence across all areas.

Focused Malaysia make Cklamovski proud

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Focused Malaysia make Cklamovski proud

Kuala Lumpur: Peter Cklamovski was delighted with his team’s response after Malaysia came from behind to register a comprehensive 5-1 win against Laos in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group F tie on Tuesday.

The home side’s perfect record looked to be under threat after Laos took the lead through Chanthavixay Khounthoumphone in the 19th minute but Malaysia roared in the second half with a brace from Romel Morales, Faisal Halim and Paulo Josue. Khammanh Thapaseut added to their haul with an own goal.

Singapore comeback thrills Lee

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Singapore comeback thrills Lee

Goa: Head coach Gavin Lee applauded his team’s resilience after Singapore reversed a deficit to beat India 2-1 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group C tie on Tuesday.

Song Ui-yong netted both goals as the Southeast Asian team drew level on eight points with Hong Kong, China, with the sides clashing on November 18 in a winner-takes-all showdown. 

Mixed feelings for Vietnam’s Kim

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Mixed feelings for Vietnam’s Kim

Ho Chi Minh City: Vietnam head coach Kim Sang-sik was left with mixed feelings after his side edged Nepal 1-0 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group F tie on Tuesday.

Inclement weather caused a 30-minute delay to the start of the match at Thong Nhat Stadium with Kim blaming the difficult conditions and poor finishing as the reasons for not achieving a bigger win.

Westwood rues Hong Kong, China’s missed opportunity

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Westwood rues Hong Kong, China’s missed opportunity

Hong Kong: Ashley Westwood did not hide his disappointment after Hong Kong, China were held to a 1-1 draw by Bangladesh in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group C tie on Tuesday.

Victory would have placed the East Asian side within touching distance of the Finals but Rakib Hussain's 84th minute goal meant the spoils were shared, with captain Matt Orr having given Hong Kong, China the lead in the 36th minute much to the delight of the more than 45,000 fans in the Kai Tak Stadium.

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD4 Results & Reports

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD4 Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: Syria were the biggest winners as Matchday Four of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round concluded on Tuesday.

The West Asian side turned on the power in the second half to defeat Myanmar 3-0 to assure themselves the Group E top spot and confirm qualification irrespective of what happens in the remaining two matchdays.

Several other sides also took huge steps towards the Finals and will be eagerly awaiting Matchday Five, which will be played on November 18.

Stay with the-AFC.com for all the latest action.

Qualifiers - Group B: Yemen 9-0 Brunei Darussalam

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Yemen 9-0 Brunei Darussalam

Sulaibikhat: Yemen completed a double over Brunei Darussalam, cruising to a 9-0 win in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group B tie on Tuesday.

Nasser Mohammedoh’s five goals set the tone for the emphatic finish as Yemen kept pace with Lebanon, who were victorious against Bhutan.

www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/photo/group-b-bhutan-v-lebanon-yemen-v-brunei-darussalam

Qualifiers - Group B: Bhutan 0-4 Lebanon

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Bhutan 0-4 Lebanon

Al Wakrah: Lebanon stayed top of Group B thanks to a 4-0 win against Bhutan in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round match on Tuesday.

Taking their tally to 10 points, Miodrag Radulovic’s side are on course for a third successive appearance at the Finals.

كأس آسيا - الصور

Hudson appointed Thailand head coach

Fri, 24 Oct, 2025

Hudson appointed Thailand head coach

Bangkok: Anthony Hudson has been announced as the new head coach for Thailand, taking over from Masatada Ishii.

The 44-year-old was previously the Football Association of Thailand’s technical director.

Hudson, who was a West Ham United player in the late 90s, has an extensive coaching background with national teams and clubs including Bahrain, New Zealand, United States, Al Arabic SC and BG Pathum United.

Thailand and Ishii go separate ways

Tue, 21 Oct, 2025

Thailand and Ishii go separate ways

Bangkok: Football Association of Thailand announced on Tuesday that they have parted ways with Masatada Ishii and will now be assessing options to take over the head coach duties.

Citing differences in direction, FA Thailand will now be seeking a replacement to take charge of matches in November, including facing Sri Lanka in the AFC Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers.

Qualifiers - Final Round: How the Groups stand

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: How the Groups stand

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round more than delivered on what was expected as the matches lit up the continent.

A thrilling day of action saw highs and lows and the-AFC.com takes a look at how it all stands, with only the six group winners to advance to the Finals.

Focused Malaysia make Cklamovski proud

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Focused Malaysia make Cklamovski proud

Kuala Lumpur: Peter Cklamovski was delighted with his team’s response after Malaysia came from behind to register a comprehensive 5-1 win against Laos in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group F tie on Tuesday.

The home side’s perfect record looked to be under threat after Laos took the lead through Chanthavixay Khounthoumphone in the 19th minute but Malaysia roared in the second half with a brace from Romel Morales, Faisal Halim and Paulo Josue. Khammanh Thapaseut added to their haul with an own goal.

Singapore comeback thrills Lee

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Singapore comeback thrills Lee

Goa: Head coach Gavin Lee applauded his team’s resilience after Singapore reversed a deficit to beat India 2-1 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group C tie on Tuesday.

Song Ui-yong netted both goals as the Southeast Asian team drew level on eight points with Hong Kong, China, with the sides clashing on November 18 in a winner-takes-all showdown. 

Mixed feelings for Vietnam’s Kim

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Mixed feelings for Vietnam’s Kim

Ho Chi Minh City: Vietnam head coach Kim Sang-sik was left with mixed feelings after his side edged Nepal 1-0 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group F tie on Tuesday.

Inclement weather caused a 30-minute delay to the start of the match at Thong Nhat Stadium with Kim blaming the difficult conditions and poor finishing as the reasons for not achieving a bigger win.

Westwood rues Hong Kong, China’s missed opportunity

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Westwood rues Hong Kong, China’s missed opportunity

Hong Kong: Ashley Westwood did not hide his disappointment after Hong Kong, China were held to a 1-1 draw by Bangladesh in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group C tie on Tuesday.

Victory would have placed the East Asian side within touching distance of the Finals but Rakib Hussain's 84th minute goal meant the spoils were shared, with captain Matt Orr having given Hong Kong, China the lead in the 36th minute much to the delight of the more than 45,000 fans in the Kai Tak Stadium.

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD4 Results & Reports

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD4 Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: Syria were the biggest winners as Matchday Four of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round concluded on Tuesday.

The West Asian side turned on the power in the second half to defeat Myanmar 3-0 to assure themselves the Group E top spot and confirm qualification irrespective of what happens in the remaining two matchdays.

Several other sides also took huge steps towards the Finals and will be eagerly awaiting Matchday Five, which will be played on November 18.

Stay with the-AFC.com for all the latest action.

Qualifiers - Group B: Yemen 9-0 Brunei Darussalam

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Yemen 9-0 Brunei Darussalam

Sulaibikhat: Yemen completed a double over Brunei Darussalam, cruising to a 9-0 win in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group B tie on Tuesday.

Nasser Mohammedoh’s five goals set the tone for the emphatic finish as Yemen kept pace with Lebanon, who were victorious against Bhutan.

www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/photo/group-b-bhutan-v-lebanon-yemen-v-brunei-darussalam

Qualifiers - Group B: Bhutan 0-4 Lebanon

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Bhutan 0-4 Lebanon

Al Wakrah: Lebanon stayed top of Group B thanks to a 4-0 win against Bhutan in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round match on Tuesday.

Taking their tally to 10 points, Miodrag Radulovic’s side are on course for a third successive appearance at the Finals.

Qualifiers - Group E: Afghanistan 1-1 Pakistan

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Group E: Afghanistan 1-1 Pakistan

Ardiyah: Afghanistan and Pakistan played out a 1-1 stalemate in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group E clash at the Ali Al-Salem Al-Sabah Stadium on Tuesday. 

The result follows their goalless draw last week and leaves them with two draws and an equal number of losses after four matches.

كأس آسيا - الفيديو

Hudson appointed Thailand head coach

Fri, 24 Oct, 2025

Hudson appointed Thailand head coach

Bangkok: Anthony Hudson has been announced as the new head coach for Thailand, taking over from Masatada Ishii.

The 44-year-old was previously the Football Association of Thailand’s technical director.

Hudson, who was a West Ham United player in the late 90s, has an extensive coaching background with national teams and clubs including Bahrain, New Zealand, United States, Al Arabic SC and BG Pathum United.

Thailand and Ishii go separate ways

Tue, 21 Oct, 2025

Thailand and Ishii go separate ways

Bangkok: Football Association of Thailand announced on Tuesday that they have parted ways with Masatada Ishii and will now be assessing options to take over the head coach duties.

Citing differences in direction, FA Thailand will now be seeking a replacement to take charge of matches in November, including facing Sri Lanka in the AFC Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers.

Qualifiers - Final Round: How the Groups stand

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: How the Groups stand

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round more than delivered on what was expected as the matches lit up the continent.

A thrilling day of action saw highs and lows and the-AFC.com takes a look at how it all stands, with only the six group winners to advance to the Finals.

Focused Malaysia make Cklamovski proud

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Focused Malaysia make Cklamovski proud

Kuala Lumpur: Peter Cklamovski was delighted with his team’s response after Malaysia came from behind to register a comprehensive 5-1 win against Laos in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group F tie on Tuesday.

The home side’s perfect record looked to be under threat after Laos took the lead through Chanthavixay Khounthoumphone in the 19th minute but Malaysia roared in the second half with a brace from Romel Morales, Faisal Halim and Paulo Josue. Khammanh Thapaseut added to their haul with an own goal.

Singapore comeback thrills Lee

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Singapore comeback thrills Lee

Goa: Head coach Gavin Lee applauded his team’s resilience after Singapore reversed a deficit to beat India 2-1 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group C tie on Tuesday.

Song Ui-yong netted both goals as the Southeast Asian team drew level on eight points with Hong Kong, China, with the sides clashing on November 18 in a winner-takes-all showdown. 

Mixed feelings for Vietnam’s Kim

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Mixed feelings for Vietnam’s Kim

Ho Chi Minh City: Vietnam head coach Kim Sang-sik was left with mixed feelings after his side edged Nepal 1-0 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group F tie on Tuesday.

Inclement weather caused a 30-minute delay to the start of the match at Thong Nhat Stadium with Kim blaming the difficult conditions and poor finishing as the reasons for not achieving a bigger win.

Westwood rues Hong Kong, China’s missed opportunity

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Westwood rues Hong Kong, China’s missed opportunity

Hong Kong: Ashley Westwood did not hide his disappointment after Hong Kong, China were held to a 1-1 draw by Bangladesh in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group C tie on Tuesday.

Victory would have placed the East Asian side within touching distance of the Finals but Rakib Hussain's 84th minute goal meant the spoils were shared, with captain Matt Orr having given Hong Kong, China the lead in the 36th minute much to the delight of the more than 45,000 fans in the Kai Tak Stadium.

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD4 Results & Reports

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD4 Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: Syria were the biggest winners as Matchday Four of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round concluded on Tuesday.

The West Asian side turned on the power in the second half to defeat Myanmar 3-0 to assure themselves the Group E top spot and confirm qualification irrespective of what happens in the remaining two matchdays.

Several other sides also took huge steps towards the Finals and will be eagerly awaiting Matchday Five, which will be played on November 18.

Stay with the-AFC.com for all the latest action.

Qualifiers - Group B: Yemen 9-0 Brunei Darussalam

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Yemen 9-0 Brunei Darussalam

Sulaibikhat: Yemen completed a double over Brunei Darussalam, cruising to a 9-0 win in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group B tie on Tuesday.

Nasser Mohammedoh’s five goals set the tone for the emphatic finish as Yemen kept pace with Lebanon, who were victorious against Bhutan.

www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/photo/group-b-bhutan-v-lebanon-yemen-v-brunei-darussalam

Qualifiers - Group B: Bhutan 0-4 Lebanon

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Bhutan 0-4 Lebanon

Al Wakrah: Lebanon stayed top of Group B thanks to a 4-0 win against Bhutan in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round match on Tuesday.

Taking their tally to 10 points, Miodrag Radulovic’s side are on course for a third successive appearance at the Finals.

Qualifiers - Group E: Afghanistan 1-1 Pakistan

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Group E: Afghanistan 1-1 Pakistan

Ardiyah: Afghanistan and Pakistan played out a 1-1 stalemate in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group E clash at the Ali Al-Salem Al-Sabah Stadium on Tuesday. 

The result follows their goalless draw last week and leaves them with two draws and an equal number of losses after four matches.