AFC Referees Committee strengthens criteria and pathways for AFC Elite Referee Assessors and Instructors

Tue, 11 Oct, 2022

AFC Referees Committee strengthens criteria and pathways for AFC Elite Referee Assessors and Instructors

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to ensure the Continent’s match officials continue to receive the highest standards of mentorship and guidance was further reinforced by the AFC Referees Committee at its sixth meeting held virtually today.

Chaired by His Excellency Du Zhaocai, the Committee approved several decisions aimed at elevating the current entry criteria and pathways for AFC Elite Referee Assessors and AFC Elite Referee Instructors, other than through the FIFA FUTURO III courses.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Gol Gohar climb to the summit; Kerala Blasters impress

Tue, 11 Oct, 2022

Central & South Asia Wrap: Gol Gohar climb to the summit; Kerala Blasters impress

Dushanbe: Gol Gohar reached the top of the Iran Pro League standings following an impressive 5-0 win over Naft Masjed Soleyman while Kerala Blasters produced a late show to defeat East Bengal in India.

Istiklol bounced back with a win in Tajikistan with Ahal staying perfect in Turkmenistan. Join the-AFC.com as we review the past week’s domestic action across Central  and South Asia.

West Asia Wrap: Al Shahab stay ahead in Saudi Arabia; Sharjah's winning run ends in UAE

Tue, 11 Oct, 2022

West Asia Wrap: Al Shahab stay ahead in Saudi Arabia; Sharjah's winning run ends in UAE

Dubai: Al Shabab hold a four-point lead at the top of the Saudi Pro League following a 1-1 draw with Al Hilal SFC.

In the United Arab Emirates, Sharjah's perfect start came to an end following a 3-3 draw with Al Jazira.

There was domestic action across West Asia so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's results.

Qatar 2022 will have profound impact on Asia, says Cahill

Tue, 11 Oct, 2022

Qatar 2022 will have profound impact on Asia, says Cahill

Doha: Australian legend Tim Cahill is confident the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will have a significant impact on the continent long after the dust settles on the global showpiece.

Qatar will host the tournament for only the second time in Asia and Cahill said it will pave the way for other countries to host more world class events. 

#U17WWC - Know Your Asian Teams

Mon, 10 Oct, 2022

#U17WWC - Know Your Asian Teams

Kuala Lumpur: The FIFA U17 Women's World Cup India 2022 starts on Tuesday with Asia represented by China PR, Japan and hosts India.

Ahead of the action kicking off, join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the Asian cast and the challenge that awaits them.