AFC charts grassroots development direction for 2026/27 term

Wed, 18 Mar, 2026

AFC charts grassroots development direction for 2026/27 term

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to ensure the beautiful game remains the number one sport across the Continent was reinforced today during the first AFC Grassroots Panel meeting for the 2026–2027 term.

Attended by 17 members, the virtual event laid out the pathways and priorities for the new cycle as part of the AFC’s ongoing mission to establish a firm foundation for the game throughout the Continent in collaboration with its Member Associations (MAs).

AFC Grassroots Charter welcomes Tajikistan FF as latest gold level member

Tue, 25 Nov, 2025

AFC Grassroots Charter welcomes Tajikistan FF as latest gold level member

Dushanbe: The Tajikistan Football Federation (TFF) became the latest Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Member Association to be recognised with a Gold level endorsement under the acclaimed AFC Grassroots Charter.

Following a visit to the TFF headquarters in Dushanbe, the AFC Grassroots Panel members were pleased to observe nationwide initiatives that have collectively elevated grassroots football across the country.

HKFA Football Care Programme unites communities in Hong Kong, China

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

HKFA Football Care Programme unites communities in Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong, China: The Football Association of Hong Kong, China Limited (HKFA)’s efforts to expand the reach of grassroots football gathered momentum in 2025, as the HKFA Football Care Programme, which commenced in 2024, continued to deliver meaningful impact across the community.

The programme has played a pivotal role in fostering a culture that reflects the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s philosophy of the beautiful game belonging to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities.

AFC Grassroots Charter welcomes Syrian FA as latest silver member

Wed, 24 Dec, 2025

AFC Grassroots Charter welcomes Syrian FA as latest silver member

Damascus: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has welcomed the Syrian Football Association (SFA) as the latest silver level member under the acclaimed AFC Grassroots Charter.

First endorsed with a bronze membership in 2021, the AFC grassroots panel bestowed the silver membership following a virtual assessment which reflected the SFA’s sustained commitment to elevating grassroots football across the nation.

4th AFC Grassroots Football Conference reinforces commitment to greater expansion

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

4th AFC Grassroots Football Conference reinforces commitment to greater expansion

Kuala Lumpur: The 4th AFC Grassroots Football Conference concluded on Thursday, following three days of dynamic knowledge exchange aimed at ushering a new era for grassroots football development across Asia.

Bringing together more than 100 grassroots managers and specialists from across the AFC Member Associations (MAs), the conference also featured the AFC Special Awards ceremony, recognising the remarkable contributions of individuals and academies in advancing grassroots football and youth development on the Continent.

AFC Special Grassroots Awards 2025 honours Asia’s unsung heroes

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

AFC Special Grassroots Awards 2025 honours Asia’s unsung heroes

Kuala Lumpur: The 4th AFC Grassroots Football Conference commenced on Tuesday with the AFC Special Grassroots Awards 2025, recognising the steadfast commitment to expanding the reach of the beautiful game across the Continent.

With the awards setting the tone for three days of knowledge exchange, the-AFC.com offers a closer look at the winners whose remarkable achievements continue to embody the spirit of grassroots football.