Saudi Arabia 2026: Facts & Figures

Thu, 01 Jan, 2026

Saudi Arabia 2026: Facts & Figures

Jeddah: The AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ kicks off on Tuesday with 16 teams vying to lift the coveted trophy.

The action promises to be spectacular and ahead of the opening matches, the-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures.

#AFCU23: Most Valuable Players

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026

#AFCU23: Most Valuable Players

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ kicks off on Tuesday with the stage set for the continent’s brightest talents to shine on the continental platform.

Over the years, the tournament has featured players who have inspired their countries to one of Asian football’s most prestigious titles and finished the campaign not only as a champion but also with the Most Valuable Player accolade.
 
From Amjad Kalaf’s stunning display in the first-ever tournament to Joel Chima Fujita dazzling in 2024, the-AFC.com looks back at the six players who have been named the AFC U23 Asian Cup MVP.

#ACLElite – Vote for your Matchday 6 Player of the Match Presented by STA

Thu, 01 Jan, 2026

#ACLElite – Vote for your Matchday 6 Player of the Match Presented by STA

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday 6 of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26 ™ delivered the hype! We had one-man shows, shot-stopper's inspiring performance, ... the action went on and on.  

Now, the stage belongs to the fans. It's your turn to decide who stood tallest on Matchday 6. 

#ACLTwo Knockout Stage finalised

Tue, 30 Dec, 2025

#ACLTwo Knockout Stage finalised

Kuala Lumpur: The 16 hopefuls discovered their challengers following the conclusion of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ Knockout Stage Draw on Tuesday.

All eight Round of 16 ties promise to be thrillers with all the hopefuls aiming to lift the coveted trophy for the first time.

Caught on Camera: 2025

Wed, 31 Dec, 2025

Caught on Camera: 2025

Kuala Lumpur: 2025 was another momentous year for Asian football as the continent witnessed history made at all levels of the game.

Al Ahli Saudi FC ruling the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25™, Australia winning the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025™ title, Jordan and Uzbekistan qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first time and DPR Korea lifting the FIFA U17 Women's World Cup trophy for a record-extending fourth time were just some of the highlights.

The-AFC.com pays tribute to another wonderful year for Asian football.

Year in Review: AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26

Tue, 30 Dec, 2025

Year in Review: AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26

Kuala Lumpur: History was made in the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 as two nations sealed FIFA World Cup qualification for the first time.

Jordan and Uzbekistan ended their long waits in deserving fashion as they upstaged bigger names to book their tickets to next year's Finals to be hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.