18th AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme kicks off

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

18th AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme kicks off

Kuala Lumpur: The 18th iteration of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s Knowledge Sharing Programme (KSP) commenced on Wednesday, marking the first edition of the initiative in 2026.

The programme will feature one participant from the Syrian Football Association, who will be assigned to the AFC Referees Department from January 28 to February 13.

Maiden AFC Club Management Programme cohort ready to elevate leadership capacities

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

Maiden AFC Club Management Programme cohort ready to elevate leadership capacities

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today kicked off the inaugural edition of the AFC Club Management Programme (ACMP), which aims to enhance leadership knowledge and skills in order to meet the demands of Asia’s rapidly-changing football environment.

The first batch of 40 candidates, comprising the Continent’s current and emerging football leaders, will undergo a nine-month, fully online programme that will give them a holistic understanding of club football operations in Asia and equip them with the key strategic and administrative abilities required to maximise the potential of Asian clubs.

17th AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme gets underway

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025

17th AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme gets underway

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s acclaimed Knowledge Sharing Programme (KSP) kicked off its 17th edition on Monday.

Launched in January 2024 on the heels of the AFC Internship Programme, the KSP aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skill set required to become the future leaders of Asian football.

AFC Certificate in Football Leadership graduates ready to impact Asian football

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

AFC Certificate in Football Leadership graduates ready to impact Asian football

Kuala Lumpur: The groundbreaking Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Certificate in Football Leadership (ACFL) on Thursday celebrated its third batch of graduates, who are now poised to further advance Asian football and reach new heights of leadership excellence.

Aimed at moulding game-changing leaders of the Continental game, the six-month online programme welcomed decision-makers from AFC Member Associations (MAs), Regional Associations (RAs) and diverse stakeholders as they look to leverage opportunities, improve efficiency and guide their organisations in realising their respective strategic objectives.

New AFC Club Management Programme to strengthen leadership capacity in Asian club football

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

New AFC Club Management Programme to strengthen leadership capacity in Asian club football

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s continuous commitment to enrich the expertise of the Continent’s football leaders was further underlined with the unveiling of its latest education-based initiative – the AFC Club Management Programme (ACMP).

The 10-month, fully online offering, which comes under the AFC’s breakthrough Academic Centre of Excellence (ACE), ensures current and emerging leaders are well placed to seize opportunities and meet the challenges inherent in Asia’s rapidly changing club football environment.

AFC Member Associations and Regional Associations Presidents’ and General Secretaries’ Conference 2025 concludes with renewed drive for Asian football

Sun, 19 Oct, 2025

AFC Member Associations and Regional Associations Presidents’ and General Secretaries’ Conference 2025 concludes with renewed drive for Asian football

Riyadh: The AFC Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs) Presidents’ and General Secretaries’ Conference 2025 closed today in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with global football leaders and leading industry experts reaffirming their unwavering support of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s ambitions to further uplift the Asian game.

The Conference, hosted by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), featured its final cast of renowned speakers, who shared their knowledge and experience on key aspects of the game.