AFC and SAFF collaborate to elevate football development

Sat, 03 May, 2025

AFC and SAFF collaborate to elevate football development

Jeddah: The Asian Football Confederation today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) to further enhance the football ecosystem in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The signing ceremony took place at the Ritz-Carlton Jeddah Hotel between the AFC General Secretary Datuk Seri Windsor John, and SAFF General Secretary Ibrahim Alkassim, on the sidelines of the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals Jeddah 2025.

AFC expands ACFAM with hybrid format in Kyrgyz Republic

Mon, 14 Apr, 2025

AFC expands ACFAM with hybrid format in Kyrgyz Republic

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today launched the latest edition of its AFC Certificate in Football Administration and Management (ACFAM) in a hybrid format in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic for the first time.

The programme will be attended by 32 participants representing the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU) and its stakeholders, including regional federations, leagues, and clubs.

12th AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme gets underway

Thu, 10 Apr, 2025

12th AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme gets underway

Kuala Lumpur: The 12th edition of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s acclaimed Knowledge Sharing Programme (KSP) commenced on Thursday.

Introduced in January 2024, the initiative is aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the AFC’s Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs) in their overall football administration development.

First edition of breakthrough AFC Empowering Women in Football Programme kicks off

Mon, 07 Apr, 2025

First edition of breakthrough AFC Empowering Women in Football Programme kicks off

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today marked a significant step in elevating the influence of women in football as the inaugural iteration of the AFC Empowering Women in Football Programme (AEWFP) got underway.

A fully online educational initiative from the AFC’s Academic Centre of Excellence (ACE), the AEWFP explores the diverse roles that women play in shaping the industry and reinforces the AFC’s steadfast commitment to their advancement.

Third edition of AFC Certificate in Football Leadership continues quest to propel Asian football

Tue, 11 Mar, 2025

Third edition of AFC Certificate in Football Leadership continues quest to propel Asian football

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today launched the third edition of its landmark AFC Certificate in Football Leadership (ACFL), an online initiative that aims to further advance the abilities of Asian football’s emerging and established leaders.

This follows the success of its predecessors, both of which were well received by decision-makers in the AFC’s Member Associations (MAs), Regional Associations (RAs) and diverse football stakeholders.

AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme welcomes 11th batch

Mon, 10 Mar, 2025

AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme welcomes 11th batch

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s landmark Knowledge Sharing Programme welcomed its 11th batch on Monday.

The second instalment of the year will see a participant representing the Bhutan Football Federation (BFF) receive hands-on training from industry experts from March 10 to 28 while a representative from the Myanmar Football Federation (MFF) will join the programme the following week.

AFC Regional Associations Workshop sets the stage for stronger partnerships

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

AFC Regional Associations Workshop sets the stage for stronger partnerships

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) conducted the AFC Regional Associations Workshop 2025 from January 15 to 16 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, further reaffirming its commitment towards maximising the potential of its Regional Associations (RAs) with tailored services.

Taking place for the first time since 2019, the two-day capacity building programme provided the participants with an ideal platform to exchange knowledge and collectively strategise ways to further elevate the standards of football governance on the Continent.