AFC Annual Awards Doha 2022: All You Need to Know

Mon, 30 Oct, 2023

AFC Annual Awards Doha 2022: All You Need to Know

Doha: A spectacular celebration of Asia’s finest will take place in the enchanting Qatari capital city of Doha tomorrow when the AFC Annual Awards Doha 2022 gets underway at 8pm local time.

Four years after it was last staged, the glitzy ceremony marks its return to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) football calendar at the state-of-the-art Al Mayassa Theatre, nestled within the impressive Qatar National Convention Centre that is renowned for its award-winning design.

AFC Annual Awards Doha 2022 to honour Asia’s best

Thu, 19 Oct, 2023

AFC Annual Awards Doha 2022 to honour Asia’s best

Doha: The cream of the crop in Asia are set to be feted in a star-studded ceremony at the Al Mayassa Theatre, nestled within the impressive Qatar National Convention Centre, on Tuesday evening.

Making its highly anticipated return to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) calendar after four years, the AFC Annual Awards Doha 2022, to be presented by the AFC’s Global Partner NEOM, will celebrate the momentous achievements of a groundbreaking year in Asian football. 

Player of the Year 2022 - Men and Women nominees

Thu, 19 Oct, 2023

Player of the Year 2022 - Men and Women nominees

Doha: Having shone bright for club and country, the six foremost stellar performers in Asia have been recognised for their efforts with nominations for the most prestigious accolade of the AFC Annual Awards Doha 2022.

Mathew Leckie, Almoez Ali and Salem Al Dawsari will vie for the AFC Player of the Year prize, while Samantha Kerr, Zhang Linyan and Saki Kumagai are in contention for the AFC Women’s Player of the Year trophy.
 
The affirmations reward their outstanding displays between January 2022 and May 2023, which have thrilled the Continent’s passionate fans and showcased the world-class ability of Asian players.

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal stay unbeaten; Al Sadd go top

Mon, 30 Oct, 2023

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal stay unbeaten; Al Sadd go top

Riyadh: Leaders Al Hilal SFC stayed firmly in control after cruising 3-1 past Al Ahli Saudi, while Al Nassr continued their bid to reach the summit after sealing an impressive win over Al Fayha in the Saudi Pro League 2023/24.

Al Hilal moved four points clear over second placed Al Nassr, who leapfrogged Al Taawoun, following the conclusion of Matchday Ten.

There was also action in UAE, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait, so join the-AFC.com as we review the past week’s domestic action across West Asia. 

#ACL Goals of the Group Stage - Matchday Three

Mon, 30 Oct, 2023

#ACL Goals of the Group Stage - Matchday Three

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Three of the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 saw a fiesta of goals with 68 scored across the 20 matches.

Strikes of sheer quality were witnessed across the continent and the-AFC.com has chosen 10 for you - the fans - to not only feast your eyes on but also choose your favourite.

ASEAN Wrap: Adelaide hit six past City; Bangkok move level with Port

Mon, 30 Oct, 2023

ASEAN Wrap: Adelaide hit six past City; Bangkok move level with Port

Kuala Lumpur: Adelaide United posted a stunning 6-0 victory against Melbourne City on Sunday to move top of the early A-League standings while defending champions Central Coast Mariners fell to their second straight defeat against Macarthur FC.

Unbeaten Bangkok United are now level on points with Port FC at the top of the table in Thailand following a 3-1 win against Ratchaburi FC on Sunday – after the frontrunners were beaten 2-1 by Sukhothai FC. 
 
Stefano Lilipaly’s hat-trick sealed a 3-1 win for leaders Borneo FC against Dewa United in Indonesia while matches also took place in Malaysia, Vietnam, Myanmar and Cambodia, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from ASEAN.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Pakhtakor, Abdysh-Ata inch closer to titles

Mon, 30 Oct, 2023

Central & South Asia Wrap: Pakhtakor, Abdysh-Ata inch closer to titles

Bukhara: Pakhtakor FC stayed in pole position to retain their Uzbekistan Super League title but have FC Nasaf and Navbahor in close pursuit after all three won in the past week.

Titles are also close to being decided in the Kyrgyz Premier League and Turkmenistan Higher League with Abdysh-Ata Kant and Arkadag leading the respective races.

Over in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Esteghlal FC have a lead in the Iran Pro League while FC Goa have the same in the Indian Super League, so join the-AFC.com as we recap the past week’s domestic action across Central and South Asia.