AFC U23 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2022™ technical report now available

Thu, 29 Sep, 2022

AFC U23 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2022™ technical report now available

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U23 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2022™ technical report, now available on the-AFC.com, provides an in-depth analysis and delves into the technical perspective on the 16 participating teams. 

Read how the tenacious Saudi Arabia head coach Saad Al-Shehri turned the script into a memorable campaign after guiding his side from losing in the final in the last edition to securing their first title in dominant fashion.  

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Top African coach Mosimane takes charge of Al Ahli Saudi FC

Mon, 26 Sep, 2022

Top African coach Mosimane takes charge of Al Ahli Saudi FC

Jeddah: Al Ahli Saudi FC have named South African Pitso Mosimane as head coach. 

The most successful African coach in Confederation of African Football (CAF) club competitions, Mosimane has the task of guiding Al Ahli Saudi to promotion following their shock relegation from the Saudi Pro League last season. 

East Asia and ASEAN Wrap: Cerezo, Sanfrecce reach J.League Cup Final

Mon, 26 Sep, 2022

East Asia and ASEAN Wrap: Cerezo, Sanfrecce reach J.League Cup Final

Kuala Lumpur: Cerezo Osaka produced a stunning display in the J.League Cup semi-finals to oust AFC Champions League™ 2022 finalists Urawa Red Diamonds 4-0 at the Saitama Stadium.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima are also through to the final after holding Avispa Fukuoka to a goalless draw, while AFC Cup™ 2022 Inter-Zone finalists Kuala Lumpur City suffered a surprise defeat to Penang FC in Malaysia.

Despite limited matches in the region due to the international break, there were also fixtures in China PR, Philippines and Myanmar so join the-AFC.com as we bring you up to date with all the action across East and Southeast Asia.

Tajikistan defeat Malaysia to lift King's Cup; Thailand finish third

Mon, 26 Sep, 2022

Tajikistan defeat Malaysia to lift King's Cup; Thailand finish third

Chiangmai: Tajikistan emerged champions of the 48th King's Cup with a 3-0 penalty shootout win over Malaysia after the final ended 0-0 on Sunday.

Tajikistan goalkeeper Rustam Jatimov was the hero with two saves, with the third Malaysian effort hitting the crossbar at the 700th Anniversary Stadium in Chiangmai. 

Hosts Thailand edged Trinidad & Tobago 2-1 to finish third. 

Saudi Arabia fight back to hold Bhutan

Sun, 25 Sep, 2022

Saudi Arabia fight back to hold Bhutan

Abha: Saudi Arabia and Bhutan played to a 3-3 draw in an international women's friendly at the Prince Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz Stadium in Abha on Saturday.

It was Saudi Arabia's first home match since making their international debut with 2-0 wins over Seychelles and Maldives in February. 

Kuwait 2022 - Players Set To Shine

Mon, 26 Sep, 2022

Kuwait 2022 - Players Set To Shine

Kuwait City:  The AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ returns after a hiatus of four years with Kuwait 2022 promising thrilling action as Asia’s top 16 sides challenge for the title at the Saad Al Abdullah Hall.

Join the-AFC.com as we highlight one player from each team who could make the difference in the race for the title.