Asian futsal set to soar with new AFC Futsal Club Licensing Criteria

Mon, 21 Feb, 2022

Asian futsal set to soar with new AFC Futsal Club Licensing Criteria

Kuala Lumpur: Asian futsal has grown steadily in recent years with the Continent’s sides achieving success on the world’s biggest stages and the sport is poised to usher in a new chapter of development with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) confirming the pilot implementation of futsal club licensing beginning this year.

The AFC Futsal Club Licensing Criteria was ratified by the AFC Executive Committee in October 2021 and subsequently included as part of the annexure of the AFC Club Licensing Regulations (Edition 2021) and looks set to benefit the AFC’s Member Associations (MAs)’ efforts towards elevating the professional standards of clubs and leagues across the Continent.

Winning debut for Saudi Arabia women’s national team

Mon, 21 Feb, 2022

Winning debut for Saudi Arabia women’s national team

Male: Saudi Arabia's women’s national team marked their international debut with a 2-0 win over  Seychelles on Sunday. 

On a historic day, Al Bandari Mubarak scored Saudi Arabia’s first ever international goal in the 14th minute with Maryam Al Tamimi then converting from the penalty spot four minutes into the second half to clinch the win at the National Football Stadium in Male, Maldives.

Timor-Leste edge Cambodia to book semi-final ticket

Mon, 21 Feb, 2022

Timor-Leste edge Cambodia to book semi-final ticket

Phnom Penh: Timor-Leste booked their place in the AFF U23 Championship 2022 semi-finals after defeating hosts Cambodia 1-0 in their final Group A tie on Sunday.

The victory meant Timor-Leste topped Group A on seven points while Cambodia will have to wait for Group C to conclude to know if they will advance as the best runners-up to the semi-finals.

Vietnam impress against Singapore in opener

Sun, 20 Feb, 2022

Vietnam impress against Singapore in opener

Phnom Penh: Vietnam kicked off their AFF U23 Championship 2022 campaign on an emphatic note, storming 7-0 past Singapore in their Group C tie at the Prince Stadium on Saturday.

The win means Vietnam only need to avoid defeat against Thailand on Tuesday to seal a place in the semi-finals.

Singapore's campaign, however, is over after having lost 3-1 to Thailand on Wednesday.

IR Iran crowned champions after perfect week, Kyrgyz Republic storm home to finish third

Sun, 20 Feb, 2022

IR Iran crowned champions after perfect week, Kyrgyz Republic storm home to finish third

Bishkek: Islamic Republic were crowned champions of the inaugural CAFA U19 Futsal Championship on Saturday, completing a perfect week with a comprehensive 7-1 win over Uzbekistan.

The result meant Ali Sanei’s side won all four of their matches at Bishkek’s Gazprom Arena, with several future stars announcing their arrival on the international stage with a series of blistering performances against their regional rivals.

Also on Saturday, a second-half blitz saw tournament hosts Kyrgyz Republic secure a third-place finish with a 5-2 victory of Tajikistan, who were consigned to last place in the five-team event.

Uzbekistan 2022: Group Stage set to be enthralling affair

Sat, 19 Feb, 2022

Uzbekistan 2022: Group Stage set to be enthralling affair

Kuala Lumpur: Thursday's AFC U23 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2022™ draw produced four exciting groups for the June 1-19 continental showpiece.

With the groups now decided and the countdown underway, join the-AFC.com as we take a deep look at what awaits the 16 teams at Uzbekistan 2022.