OCAC praises #AsianCup2027 preparations as operational milestones accelerate

Tue, 29 Sep, 2026

OCAC praises #AsianCup2027 preparations as operational milestones accelerate

Kuala Lumpur: With 100 days to go until the highly anticipated AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, the Organising Committee for the AFC Asian Cup (OCAC) today applauded the major operational milestones achieved as preparations enter their final readiness phases.

Chairing the fifth meeting, held virtually, Chairperson Mariano V. Araneta, Jr. expressed high praise for the significant progress made by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) in setting new benchmarks of excellence for the Continent’s premier men’s tournament.

KHUZAMA unveiled as Official Match Ball of AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™

Tue, 29 Sep, 2026

KHUZAMA unveiled as Official Match Ball of AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™

Kuala Lumpur: With the 100-day countdown officially underway, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and KELME today officially introduced KHUZAMA – the Official Match Ball for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, taking place from January 7 to February 5, 2027.

Named after the resilient wild lavender that blooms across Saudi Arabia, KHUZAMA draws inspiration from the dramatic moment the landscape transforms as the flowers blossom in unison. The distinctive violet hue reflects the traditional ceremonial colour used to welcome honoured guests, symbolising the warm hospitality extended to every team, official, and fan attending the Continental showpiece.

AFC Media & Communications Committee applauds continued growth of AFC digital assets

Wed, 09 Sep, 2026

AFC Media & Communications Committee applauds continued growth of AFC digital assets

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) reinforced its drive towards strengthening and scaling its digital global fanbase and ecosystem at the 4th AFC Media & Communications Committee Meeting held virtually today.

Led by Chairperson Ganbaatar Amgalanbaatar, members were provided with comprehensive updates of the Confederation’s determined efforts to expand the reach and visibility of Asian football through its digital platforms.

AFC Development Committee approves comprehensive revisions to Enhance Programme Regulations

Tue, 08 Sep, 2026

AFC Development Committee approves comprehensive revisions to Enhance Programme Regulations

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Development Committee today approved several revisions to the AFC Enhance Programme Regulations during its fourth meeting, which was held virtually.

Led by Chairperson Yasser H. Almisehal, the Committee reinforced the Confederation's Vision and Mission of providing tailor-made support to its Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs) by introducing structural policy updates, finalising funding distributions, and approving crucial regulatory exemptions.

AFC Technical Committee proposes new Safe Heading Guidelines

Wed, 02 Sep, 2026

AFC Technical Committee proposes new Safe Heading Guidelines

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Technical Committee today approved the future introduction of the landmark Safe Heading Guidelines for youth development during its fourth meeting, which was conducted via video conference.

Led by Chairperson Kohzo Tashima, the Committee emphasised that the proposed framework remains in its planning stages and will require the crucial support of the AFC Medical Committee before regulatory implementation.

AFC Marketing Committee lauds global viewership and milestone commercial achievements

Thu, 20 Aug, 2026

AFC Marketing Committee lauds global viewership and milestone commercial achievements

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Marketing Committee has lauded historic broadcast milestones, unprecedented commercial growth, and bold brand evolutions achieved across its flagship tournaments.

Leading the Committee's fourth meeting held virtually earlier today, Chairperson Dasho Ugen Tsechup commended the broadcast metrics underscoring the global appeal of Asian football, particularly with the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26™ recording a staggering cumulative reach of 4.1 billion, surging by 291% over the previous edition.

Roadmap finalised for #AsianCup2027 match officials

Tue, 11 Aug, 2026

Roadmap finalised for #AsianCup2027 match officials

Kuala Lumpur: The road towards the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ for the Continent’s elite match officials was charted today during the 4th AFC Referees Committee Meeting.

Led virtually by Chairperson Hany Taleb Al-Raeesi, the meeting locked in key preparation milestones to ensure the Continent's refereeing standards match the magnitude of the upcoming 19th edition.