AFC Elite Referees Seminar 2024 returns after six year hiatus

Sat, 29 Jun, 2024

AFC Elite Referees Seminar 2024 returns after six year hiatus

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s quest towards maintaining excellence in developing the Continent’s match officials reached yet another milestone with the conclusion of the AFC Elite Referees Seminar 2024 on Friday.

Taking place in a physical setting for the first time since 2018, two seminars were held simultaneously in Bangkok, Thailand for participants from the East, ASEAN and South regions, and for officials hailing from the West and Central zones, the programme was hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Ghalenoei: IR Iran can draw confidence from past results

Sat, 29 Jun, 2024

Ghalenoei: IR Iran can draw confidence from past results

Kuala Lumpur: Having emerged from the second round of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ with an unbeaten record, the Islamic of Republic of Iran will be aiming to continue their impressive form when the next stage kicks off in September.

The second-highest ranked Asian side in the FIFA rankings at 20, IR Iran are seeking a seventh FIFA World Cup appearance and head coach Amir Ghalenoei is optimistic about qualification despite being drawn in a tough Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to 26 on Thursday.

Bento wants UAE to seize opportunity

Fri, 28 Jun, 2024

Bento wants UAE to seize opportunity

Kuala Lumpur: Head coach Paulo Bento wants his United Arab Emirates side to make full use of the increased number of FIFA World Cup qualification slots when they compete in the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26.

With Asia’s confirmed slots increased to eight compared to just four for the Qatar 2022 edition, Bento believes UAE can end their long wait for a second appearance at the global showpiece, having made their debut in the 1990 edition.

Jordan to go all out in FIFA World Cup quest

Fri, 28 Jun, 2024

Jordan to go all out in FIFA World Cup quest

Kuala Lumpur: After their impressive run to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ final, Jordan are ready to write another chapter in their footballing history. 

The West Asians, whose progress to the Continental showpiece final in February represented their best ever finish in the tournament, are seeking their maiden appearance on the global stage.

Lisitsyn: Kyrgyz Republic want to create more history

Sat, 29 Jun, 2024

Lisitsyn: Kyrgyz Republic want to create more history

Kuala Lumpur: Kyrgyz Republic head coach Maksim Lisitsyn has vowed to continue making history for Kyrgyz football as the White Falcons gear up for their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 campaign.

Drawn in Group A, the Central Asian side will face Islamic Republic of Iran, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan and DPR Korea in their debut at this stage of the AFC Asian Qualifiers.

Japan to focus on 'best' preparations, says Yamamoto

Fri, 28 Jun, 2024

Japan to focus on 'best' preparations, says Yamamoto

Kuala Lumpur: Japan technical director Masakuni Yamamoto insisted preparation will be key if the Samurai Blue are to secure an eighth consecutive FIFA World Cup qualification when the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 kicks off in September.

The Hajime Moriyasu-coached side will take on Australia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, China PR and Indonesia in Group C with the draw ensuring a number of long-haul trips lie ahead for many of Japan’s predominantly Europe-based squad.