AFC Dream Asia Foundation Board of Trustees reaffirms commitment to expanding social impact

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

AFC Dream Asia Foundation Board of Trustees reaffirms commitment to expanding social impact

Riyadh: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Dream Asia Foundation’s commitment to further support its landmark social responsibility programmes was emphasised at the 4th Board of Trustees (BoT) Meeting held in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on Thursday.

Leading the meeting, Chairperson HRH Prince Abdulaziz Bin Turki Al Faisal hailed the impact of the AFC Dream Asia Foundation Conference 2025, launched yesterday in partnership with the United Nations (UN)’s Football for the Goals (FFTG) programme, as a milestone event which could pave the way for an annual platform for football and social development leaders from Asia.

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AFC President reaffirms football’s power to inspire and unite

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

AFC President reaffirms football’s power to inspire and unite

Riyadh: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa reiterated today the Confederation’s commitment towards standing in solidarity with its Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs) at the 7th AFC Executive Committee meeting held in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Held just hours before the AFC Awards Riyadh 2025, the AFC President commenced the proceedings by conveying his deepest appreciation to the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) for their exceptional hosting capabilities.

Arif, Afif and Al Dawsari eye AFC Player of the Year breakthrough

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Arif, Afif and Al Dawsari eye AFC Player of the Year breakthrough

Riyadh: History lies in wait for the latest recipient of the AFC Player of the Year trophy, when the winner is unveiled at the AFC Awards Riyadh 2025 presented by NEOM on Thursday evening at the King Fahad Cultural Center.

Qatari superstar Akram Afif could become the first player to clinch the accolade thrice, while Salem Al Dawsari is in the running to be the first Saudi Arabian to win it twice and Arif Aiman Hanapi is already the first-ever Malaysian nominee.

McNamara, Wang and Takahashi vie for AFC Women’s Player of the Year honour

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

McNamara, Wang and Takahashi vie for AFC Women’s Player of the Year honour

Riyadh: A new star will be crowned the AFC Women’s Player of the Year as Australia’s Holly McNamara, Wang Shuang of China PR, and Japan’s Hana Takahashi contest for the prestigious honour at the AFC Awards Riyadh 2025 presented by NEOM, which will take place at the King Fahad Cultural Center on October 16.

A season marked by numerous milestones for women’s football in Asia, the three nominees have each embodied excellence and etched their names in history books with their unforgettable performances.

Milestone AFC Dream Asia Foundation Conference 2025 reinforces determination to drive development

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Milestone AFC Dream Asia Foundation Conference 2025 reinforces determination to drive development

Riyadh: The power of football to foster meaningful change in society was brought to the fore at the inaugural Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Dream Asia Foundation Conference 2025 on Wednesday in Riyadh.

Organised in close collaboration with the United Nations’ (UN) Football for the Goals (FFTG) initiative, this milestone edition brought together an exceptional array of voices from across the Continent and beyond in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

OCAC underlines importance of world-class #AsianCup2027 delivery standards

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

OCAC underlines importance of world-class #AsianCup2027 delivery standards

Riyadh: With just under 450 days to go to the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, the Organising Committee of AFC Asian Cup (OCAC) has today praised the meticulous planning undertaken to stage the best edition of the Continent’s premier men’s competition, which will be held in the Kingdom from January 7 to February 5.

Leading the fourth OCAC meeting in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Chairperson Mariano V. Araneta, Jr. underlined his confidence in the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) to set new benchmarks of excellence across all areas.