Young coaches embark on inspiring journey in Vietnam

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Young coaches embark on inspiring journey in Vietnam

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and long-standing partners SCORT Foundation with the Football Club Social Alliance (FCSA), have teamed up again on Monday to strengthen communities in Vietnam with the launch of a new online education course aimed at helping young adults in the country tackle the challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The two-month long programme, which will also enlist the assistance of the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF), Football for All in Vietnam (FFAV), SOS Children’s Villages Vietnam as well as FCSA’s partners, Bundesliga club SV Werder Bremen, will engage more than 30 young adults and coaches from different regions in Vietnam.

The latest course has been built on the strong foundations of the highly-successful 2018/2019 Young Coach Education programme in Hue and Ben Tre in Vietnam where 33 young adults were trained to become leaders and role models for the youth in their communities and is now benefitting more than 2,000 children.

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Gamechangers: Aidana Otorbaeva, a different type of football hero

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Gamechangers: Aidana Otorbaeva, a different type of football hero

Bishkek: International footballers are often framed as heroes who give every ounce of energy for their country, but few players fit the description in such a literal sense.

In the first edition of Gamechangers – the-AFC.com's new weekly series highlighting great stories within the Asian women’s game – we meet Aidana Otorbaeva, the Kyrgyz Republic international who utilised her standing as a footballer to play a courageous role in the country’s fight against COVID-19.

Locals and immigrants forge stronger bonds in Chinese Taipei

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Locals and immigrants forge stronger bonds in Chinese Taipei

Taipei: The AFC Dream Asia Foundation, in collaboration with the Chinese Taipei Football Association (CTFA) and the Global Workers’ Organization (GWO), launched the Immigrants Football Champions League to promote solidarity among locals and foreigners.

GFA uses AFC Dream Asia Awards winnings for COVID-19 relief efforts

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

GFA uses AFC Dream Asia Awards winnings for COVID-19 relief efforts

Barrigada: The Guam Football Association (GFA) has used their 2019 AFC Dream Asia Awards winnings by donating two Demistifier sets – an isolation equipment – to the Guam Memorial Hospital (GMH).

The latest initiative exemplifies the ongoing efforts and commitment by the GFA towards combating the COVID-19 pandemic after contributing 300 isolation gowns in May this year.

GFA President Tino San Gil said: “I’m happy to receive the news that GMH received the Demistifier sets needed and that they can be put to use immediately. We’re still in this collective fight against the COVID-19 virus that continues to affect all of us in the community.

Inspired Youth Ambassadors hail impact of landmark e-Goal programme

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Inspired Youth Ambassadors hail impact of landmark e-Goal programme

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and Aurora for Training and Development’s breakthrough e-Goal project received resounding praise from aspiring Youth Social Responsibility Ambassadors from across 12 Member Associations in the West Zone after the highly interactive programme came to a close on Tuesday.

The two-week virtual pilot programme – the first-of-its-kind organised by AURORA and supported by the AFC Dream Asia Foundation – was designed to empower tomorrow’s generation through innovative and educational opportunities, to equip them with the skill sets to lead social change and to strengthen the foundations for them to encourage their peers to live more purposeful lives through football beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bhutan FF’s orange warriors showcase unity and determination to combat COVID-19 

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bhutan FF’s orange warriors showcase unity and determination to combat COVID-19 

Thimphu: With the world facing its biggest health crisis of the century, the Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) Member Associations continue to contribute to communities who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Leading the way in Bhutan, the Bhutan Football Federation (BFF) has deployed 20 volunteers from various departments, including technical coaches, competitions, media and marketing and administrative workers, to lend their support in the noble cause.

e-Goal project continues to motivate young players in the West Zone

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

e-Goal project continues to motivate young players in the West Zone

Kuala Lumpur: After ten days of productive sessions, the 23 youth ambassadors from 12 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Member Associations in the West Zone have gained valuable knowledge through the e-Goal project.

Launched by Jordan-based youth development organisation, Aurora and supported by the AFC Dream Asia Foundation, the eighth and ninth days of the programme comprised sessions focusing on Peer Education and Youth-Led Social Change in the Middle East.

Former Saudi Arabia national team player and Al Hilal SFC’s captain, Mohammad Al-Shalhoub also joined the 10-day virtual pilot project to inspire the young players by sharing his best moments in his outstanding career as well as the challenges faced by footballers.