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.

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Hosts of AFC women’s age-group competitions confirmed

Mon, 14 Apr, 2025

Hosts of AFC women’s age-group competitions confirmed

Kuala Lumpur: Underpinned by the strategic reforms introduced to further strengthen the development of women’s football, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the host associations for its upcoming women’s age-group competitions.

Officially ratified by the AFC Executive Committee at its last meeting on April 11, following the recommendations of the AFC Women’s Football Committee on March 31, 2025, The Football Association of Thailand has been confirmed as the Host Association of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ 2026.

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.