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AFC Executive Committee (remaining term 2023-2027): Final list of candidates confirmed

Thu, 15 Feb, 2024

AFC Executive Committee (remaining term 2023-2027): Final list of candidates confirmed

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has today confirmed the final list of candidates who will stand for election to the AFC Executive Committee (remaining term 2023-2027) at the 34th AFC Congress in Bangkok, Thailand in May 2024. 

The final list of candidates is as follows:
 
AFC Female Executive Committee Member (Central Zone)
 
AFC Executive Committee Member (East Zone)

AFC Executive Committee (remaining term 2023-2027): Candidates for election announced

Thu, 18 Jan, 2024

AFC Executive Committee (remaining term 2023-2027): Candidates for election announced

Kuala Lumpur: In accordance with Article 32.1 of the AFC Statutes (Edition November 2023), the AFC’s Member Associations (MAs) were notified on November 30, 2023, that the election of members for the AFC Executive Committee (remaining term 2023-2027) would be held at the 34th AFC Congress in Bangkok, Thailand in May 2024.

The MAs had to submit the nomination of their candidates for election to the AFC Executive Committee, as per the requirements set out in the AFC Statutes (Edition November 2023) and the AFC Electoral Code (Edition 2023) for the following positions:
 
• One AFC Female Executive Committee Member (Central Zone); and
• One AFC Executive Committee Member (East Zone).

AFC Executive Committee emphasises commitment to good governance

Thu, 21 Dec, 2023

AFC Executive Committee emphasises commitment to good governance

Jeddah: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to uphold the highest standards of good governance, as underlined in its Mission, marked a significant milestone today after the AFC Executive Committee approved the formation of the AFC Reform Taskforce at its third meeting held in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Held on the eve of the FIFA Club World Cup Final, Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the AFC President, began the meeting by extending his gratitude to the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) for their warm hospitality and hosting their first ever AFC Executive Committee meeting. He also hailed the Kingdom’s bold ambitions to emerge as a significant player in global football. 

Members of AFC judicial bodies for 2023 to 2027 term elected

Wed, 18 Oct, 2023

Members of AFC judicial bodies for 2023 to 2027 term elected

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Member Associations have today elected the Chairpersons, Deputy Chairpersons and Members of the AFC’s judicial bodies – the AFC Disciplinary and Ethics Committee, the AFC Entry Control Body and the AFC Appeal Committee – at the AFC Extraordinary Congress 2023 (full list below).

In congratulating the members, AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said: “The AFC has grown to become a model of excellence in upholding good governance and the highest ethical standards in recent years.

Thailand recommended as host for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ 2024

Tue, 05 Sep, 2023

Thailand recommended as host for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ 2024

Kuala Lumpur: The Football Association of Thailand (FA Thailand) has been selected as the Host Association of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ 2024 by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Futsal & Beach Soccer Committee for the 2023 to 2027 term at its first meeting held virtually today.

After carefully reviewing the Bidding Process and Evaluation, the Committee, led by Chairperson Mehdi Taj, recommended FA Thailand as the host of the 17th edition of the competition for its stellar track record and ability to meet the best possible hosting conditions ahead of other commendable bids.

AFC Executive Committee approves biggest prize purse in Asian club football history from 2024/25; announces AFC Women’s Champions League

Mon, 14 Aug, 2023

AFC Executive Committee approves biggest prize purse in Asian club football history from 2024/25; announces AFC Women’s Champions League

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Executive Committee today heralded a new era for Asian club football by unveiling the names of the three new club competitions alongside significant increases in funding for the 76 Participating Teams, as well as announcing the introduction of the AFC Women’s Champions League.

The three groundbreaking initiatives, which are aimed at propelling Asian football to new heights and fostering greater growth and inclusivity, will take effect from the 2024-2025 season.

AFC President: We are ready to host the best AFC Asian Cup™ in history

Wed, 10 May, 2023

AFC President: We are ready to host the best AFC Asian Cup™ in history

Doha: Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President today underlined his confidence in the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ to deliver a true celebration of Asian football that will leave a lasting impression on the Continent’s players, teams and passionate fans.

Chairing the 1st AFC Executive Committee meeting for the term 2023-2027 in Doha, Qatar, Shaikh Salman hailed the steadfast efforts of the LOC, ahead of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Final Draw which will be held at the Katara Opera House tomorrow, outlining his gratitude to the LOC, the Qatar Football Association (QFA) and the Qatari Authorities for their impeccable hosting capabilities.

Chairpersons and deputies of AFC Standing Committees announced

Fri, 03 Mar, 2023

Chairpersons and deputies of AFC Standing Committees announced

In accordance with Article 33.2(f) of the AFC Statutes (2023 Edition) and Article 9.9 of the AFC Organisation Regulations (2022 Edition), the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced the appointments of the Chairpersons and Deputy Chairpersons of the AFC Standing Committees.

The current list as of March 3, 2023 of Chairpersons and Deputy Chairpersons can be accessed here and will be regularly updated following the conclusion of elections of the respective Regional Associations representatives to the AFC Executive Committee.
 
Once finalised, the list of Standing Committee members will be updated here. 

AFC Executive Committee takes important decisions in first meeting

Wed, 01 Feb, 2023

AFC Executive Committee takes important decisions in first meeting

Manama: The preparations for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ gathered momentum today with the appointment of AFC Executive Committee and FIFA Council member Mariano Araneta, Jr. of the Philippines as the Chairperson of the Organising Committee for AFC Asian Cup by the newly elected AFC Executive Committee in its first meeting chaired by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, in Manama, Bahrain.

The Organising Committee for AFC Asian Cup advises and assists the AFC Executive Committee on matters relating to the AFC Asian Cup™ and is responsible for organising the flagship national team competition of Asia. The remaining members of the Committee will be confirmed in due course.
 
Meanwhile, members of the Committee also approved the AFC President’s proposal to appoint Mr. Zaw Zaw from Myanmar as the Senior Vice President of the AFC Executive Committee.

AFC Executive Committee and Asia’s FIFA Council members confirmed

Wed, 01 Feb, 2023

AFC Executive Committee and Asia’s FIFA Council members confirmed

Manama: The 33rd Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Congress concluded on Wednesday in Manama, Bahrain, with the AFC’s Member Associations electing a new-look AFC Executive Committee for the term 2023 to 2027.

The AFC’s six representatives who will serve on the FIFA Council for the next four years were also confirmed. Together with the AFC President, Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, who is also the FIFA Senior Vice President, the AFC will have seven members on the FIFA Council.
 
Meanwhile, new elections for the positions, which remained vacant after this Congress, will be held at a later date.

Qatar to host AFC Asian Cup 2023™; India and Saudi Arabia shortlisted for 2027 edition

Mon, 17 Oct, 2022

Qatar to host AFC Asian Cup 2023™; India and Saudi Arabia shortlisted for 2027 edition

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Executive Committee has today confirmed the Qatar Football Association (QFA) as the host association for the AFC Asian Cup 2023™.

Chairing the 11th AFC Executive Committee meeting, AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa congratulated the QFA on their successful bid and also conveyed the appreciation of the Asian football family to the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) and the Korea Football Association (KFA) for their commendable proposals.

AFC Executive Committee (term 2023-2027): Candidates for election announced

Tue, 04 Oct, 2022

AFC Executive Committee (term 2023-2027): Candidates for election announced

In accordance with Article 32.1 of the AFC Statutes (Edition 2022), the AFC’s Member Associations (MAs) were notified on August 15, 2022 that the election of members for the AFC Executive Committee (term 2023-2027) would be held at the 33rd AFC Congress in Manama, Bahrain, on February 1 and 2, 2023.

The MAs had until October 1, 2022 to submit the nomination of their candidates for election to the AFC Executive Committee, as per the requirements set out in the AFC Statutes (Edition 2022)  and the AFC Electoral Code (Edition 2022) for the following positions: