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Shahrzad Mozafar: Leading IR Iran’s futsal dream on the global stage

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

Shahrzad Mozafar: Leading IR Iran’s futsal dream on the global stage

Kuala Lumpur: In the latest episode of the Confederation’s It’s My Game campaign, the spotlight falls on Shahrzad Mozafar, who is set to lead the Islamic Republic of Iran women’s futsal national team at the inaugural FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup™ Philippines 2025, taking place from November 21 to December 5.

Few names carry more weight in women’s futsal than Mozafar’s. A national icon in every sense, she famously guided IR Iran to their second Continental crown at the AFC Women’s Futsal Championship™ 2018, cementing her status as one of Asia’s most respected coaches.

Landmark AFC–JFA Women’s Pro Diploma Course concludes in Osaka

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025

Landmark AFC–JFA Women’s Pro Diploma Course concludes in Osaka

Osaka: The fourth and final module of the groundbreaking AFC–JFA Women’s Pro Diploma Course came to a close on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s efforts to boost the number of female coaches with a professional licence.

A joint initiative between the AFC and the Japan Football Association (JFA), the course was designed to raise the coaching and leadership capacities of elite female coaches across the Continent.

It’s My Game: Bernatskaia proud to inspire next generation of referees

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025

It’s My Game: Bernatskaia proud to inspire next generation of referees

Kuala Lumpur: As the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025 kicks off in two weeks’ time, Kyrgyz Republic’s Veronika Bernatskaia takes centre stage in the latest edition of the Confederation’s It’s My Game campaign as she prepares to officiate as one of six Asian referees appointed to the competition.

Bernatskaia’s encounter with football may have started in the most conventional sense – joining her friends in school for a quick game and rising through the ranks to represent the national team eventually.

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/video/its-my-game-veronika-bernatskaia

Spotlight on #AWCL Finals at AFC Women’s Football Online Session

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Spotlight on #AWCL Finals at AFC Women’s Football Online Session

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Football Online Session successfully concluded on Tuesday, further highlighting the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to developing the women’s game in Asia.

The session, held virtually, was chaired by AFC Technical Director Andy Roxburgh and attended by more than 90 representatives from 41 Member Associations (MAs).

#AWCL Finals provide backdrop for third module of AFC-JFA Pro Diploma Course

Mon, 26 May, 2025

#AWCL Finals provide backdrop for third module of AFC-JFA Pro Diploma Course

Wuhan: The third module of the AFC–JFA Pro Diploma Course concluded in Wuhan, China PR, on Sunday, marking a significant step forward in nurturing women’s coaching talent across Asia.

A collaborative initiative between the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and the Japan Football Association (JFA), the programme is designed to enhance technical expertise and cultivate leadership among elite female coaches from the Confederation’s Member Associations (MAs).

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Shahrzad Mozafar: Leading IR Iran’s futsal dream on the global stage

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

Shahrzad Mozafar: Leading IR Iran’s futsal dream on the global stage

Kuala Lumpur: In the latest episode of the Confederation’s It’s My Game campaign, the spotlight falls on Shahrzad Mozafar, who is set to lead the Islamic Republic of Iran women’s futsal national team at the inaugural FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup™ Philippines 2025, taking place from November 21 to December 5.

Few names carry more weight in women’s futsal than Mozafar’s. A national icon in every sense, she famously guided IR Iran to their second Continental crown at the AFC Women’s Futsal Championship™ 2018, cementing her status as one of Asia’s most respected coaches.

Landmark AFC–JFA Women’s Pro Diploma Course concludes in Osaka

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025

Landmark AFC–JFA Women’s Pro Diploma Course concludes in Osaka

Osaka: The fourth and final module of the groundbreaking AFC–JFA Women’s Pro Diploma Course came to a close on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s efforts to boost the number of female coaches with a professional licence.

A joint initiative between the AFC and the Japan Football Association (JFA), the course was designed to raise the coaching and leadership capacities of elite female coaches across the Continent.

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/video/its-my-game-veronika-bernatskaia

Spotlight on #AWCL Finals at AFC Women’s Football Online Session

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Spotlight on #AWCL Finals at AFC Women’s Football Online Session

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Football Online Session successfully concluded on Tuesday, further highlighting the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to developing the women’s game in Asia.

The session, held virtually, was chaired by AFC Technical Director Andy Roxburgh and attended by more than 90 representatives from 41 Member Associations (MAs).

#AWCL Finals provide backdrop for third module of AFC-JFA Pro Diploma Course

Mon, 26 May, 2025

#AWCL Finals provide backdrop for third module of AFC-JFA Pro Diploma Course

Wuhan: The third module of the AFC–JFA Pro Diploma Course concluded in Wuhan, China PR, on Sunday, marking a significant step forward in nurturing women’s coaching talent across Asia.

A collaborative initiative between the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and the Japan Football Association (JFA), the programme is designed to enhance technical expertise and cultivate leadership among elite female coaches from the Confederation’s Member Associations (MAs).

MAs revel in AFC Women’s Football Day celebrations 2025 – Part 2

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

MAs revel in AFC Women’s Football Day celebrations 2025 – Part 2

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) Member Associations (MAs) commemorated the 11th AFC Women’s Football Day with a series of informative, challenging yet fun events that showcased just how far women’s football has evolved over the years, and how it continues to rapidly progress.

Close to 40 MAs organised activities that not only honoured past achievements, but also encouraged more women and girls across the Continent to be a part of the world’s most popular game.

AFC WAP visit boosts women’s football development in Kyrgyz Republic

Fri, 11 Apr, 2025

AFC WAP visit boosts women’s football development in Kyrgyz Republic

Bishkek: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) further underlined its commitment to advancing women’s football across Asia when it conducted a visit to Bishkek, capital city of the Kyrgyz Republic, under the AFC Women’s Assistance Programme (WAP) earlier this month.

Taking place between April 3 and 5, the visit was led by AFC Head of Women’s Football Bai Lili and focused on understanding the landscape of the women’s game in the region, strengthening ties with The Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU), and supporting the country’s growing ambition to elevate women’s football at all levels.

MAs revel in AFC Women’s Football Day celebrations 2025 – Part 1

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

MAs revel in AFC Women’s Football Day celebrations 2025 – Part 1

Kuala Lumpur: Member Associations (MAs) across Asia observed the 11th edition of the AFC Women’s Football Day through a series of exciting and fun-filled activities.

As many as 40 MAs marked the day with a myriad of initiatives aimed at promoting and celebrating the progress of women’s football across the Continent.

It’s My Game: Park Youn-jeong’s quest to shape tomorrow’s talents

Sat, 22 Mar, 2025

It’s My Game: Park Youn-jeong’s quest to shape tomorrow’s talents

Kuala Lumpur: In the first episode of the Confederation’s “It’s My Game” campaign for 2025, the-AFC.com shines the spotlight on Park Youn-jeong, head coach of Korea Republic’s U20 women’s national team and recipient of the AFC Coach of the Year (Women) award at the AFC Annual Awards Seoul 2023.

Following her career as a centre-back for the likes of WK League sides Seoul WFC and Sejong Sportstoto, as well as Japan’s Albirex Niigata Ladies, Park turned her attention to coaching in 2011, starting with university teams before swiftly rising through the ranks to join the backroom staff of the Korea Republic U17 women’s national team in 2019.

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/video/its-my-game-park-youn-jeong

AFC President's message on AFC Women's Football Day 2025

Fri, 07 Mar, 2025

AFC President's message on AFC Women's Football Day 2025

Kuala Lumpur: It has now been ten years since we first celebrated the AFC Women’s Football Day, and a decade later, our determination to further develop the women’s game in Asia has only grown stronger.

March 8 – International Women’s Day – is the perfect occasion to reflect on the unwavering commitment and dedication showcased by our Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs) to women’s football over the years.

AFC Women’s Football Day 2025 returns for 11th edition

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

AFC Women’s Football Day 2025 returns for 11th edition

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and its Member Associations (MAs) are set to commemorate the 11th AFC Women’s Football Day with a series of activities aimed at promoting and recognising the continued progress of the women’s game in Asia.

Taking place in conjunction with International Women’s Day, the Confederation’s annual celebration is set to be observed by almost 24,000 participants from 41 MAs.

IT'S MY GAME

Shahrzad Mozafar: Leading IR Iran’s futsal dream on the global stage

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

Shahrzad Mozafar: Leading IR Iran’s futsal dream on the global stage

Kuala Lumpur: In the latest episode of the Confederation’s It’s My Game campaign, the spotlight falls on Shahrzad Mozafar, who is set to lead the Islamic Republic of Iran women’s futsal national team at the inaugural FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup™ Philippines 2025, taking place from November 21 to December 5.

Few names carry more weight in women’s futsal than Mozafar’s. A national icon in every sense, she famously guided IR Iran to their second Continental crown at the AFC Women’s Futsal Championship™ 2018, cementing her status as one of Asia’s most respected coaches.

It’s My Game: Bernatskaia proud to inspire next generation of referees

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025

It’s My Game: Bernatskaia proud to inspire next generation of referees

Kuala Lumpur: As the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025 kicks off in two weeks’ time, Kyrgyz Republic’s Veronika Bernatskaia takes centre stage in the latest edition of the Confederation’s It’s My Game campaign as she prepares to officiate as one of six Asian referees appointed to the competition.

Bernatskaia’s encounter with football may have started in the most conventional sense – joining her friends in school for a quick game and rising through the ranks to represent the national team eventually.

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/video/its-my-game-veronika-bernatskaia

Spotlight on #AWCL Finals at AFC Women’s Football Online Session

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Spotlight on #AWCL Finals at AFC Women’s Football Online Session

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Football Online Session successfully concluded on Tuesday, further highlighting the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to developing the women’s game in Asia.

The session, held virtually, was chaired by AFC Technical Director Andy Roxburgh and attended by more than 90 representatives from 41 Member Associations (MAs).

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/photo/afc-women’s-football-day-2025

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/photo/afc-womens-football-day-2025-dpr-korea

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/photo/afc-womens-football-day-2025-kyrgyz-republic

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/photo/afc-womens-football-day-2025-lebanon

www.the-afc.com/en/about_afc/technical/womens_football.html/photo/afc-womens-football-day-2025-macau

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AFC WAP visit boosts women’s football development in Kyrgyz Republic

Fri, 11 Apr, 2025

AFC WAP visit boosts women’s football development in Kyrgyz Republic

Bishkek: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) further underlined its commitment to advancing women’s football across Asia when it conducted a visit to Bishkek, capital city of the Kyrgyz Republic, under the AFC Women’s Assistance Programme (WAP) earlier this month.

Taking place between April 3 and 5, the visit was led by AFC Head of Women’s Football Bai Lili and focused on understanding the landscape of the women’s game in the region, strengthening ties with The Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU), and supporting the country’s growing ambition to elevate women’s football at all levels.

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Celebrating women's football