Participants gain new insights in AFC Emotions in Football Workshop

Wed, 23 Mar, 2022

Participants gain new insights in AFC Emotions in Football Workshop

Kuala Lumpur: 119 participants from 38 Member Associations (MAs) joined the AFC Emotions in Football Workshop on Tuesday as the Japan Football Association (JFA) and the Qatar Football Association (QFA) presented their comprehensive activities and future action plans. 

The JFA and QFA are the first pilot MAs to implement the new AFC’s Emotions in Football Project that was launched last year to study how emotions can affect the performances of players and their personal well-being. 

Procedures for the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ released

Tue, 22 Mar, 2022

Procedures for the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ released

Zurich: As the biggest milestone ahead of football’s flagship event fast approaches, the procedures for the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ are now available.

Fans and teams will find out their paths to possible glory on 1 April from 19:00 (local time), at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center at which time 29 out of the 32 participants will be known.

AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to Qatar™ in Numbers

Tue, 22 Mar, 2022

AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to Qatar™ in Numbers

Kuala Lumpur: The final round of AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to Qatar™ is upon us with third place still to play for in Group A and two automatic tickets for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ up for grabs in Group B ahead of Matchdays Nine and Ten.

The Islamic Republic of Iran and Korea Republic have already progressed but will battle it out for top spot in Group A, where three teams are competing for the playoff berth in third place. In Group B, Saudi Arabia, Japan and Australia are all aiming to finish in the top two positions. 

It’s been a thrilling ride in the final round of AFC Asian Qualifiers to date, and we highlight some of the numbers that stand out.

Beating China PR was a gift for the fans, says Vietnam skipper Hung Dung

Tue, 22 Mar, 2022

Beating China PR was a gift for the fans, says Vietnam skipper Hung Dung

Hanoi: When Vietnam defeated China PR 3-1 on Matchday Eight of the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to Qatar™, not only did the Golden Star Warriors pick up their first points in Group B, they also achieved one of the greatest results in their history by overcoming their neighbours for the first time.

Making their maiden appearance in the final round of AFC Asian Qualifiers, the Southeast Asians had until then found the step up tough, with seven straight defeats preceding the famous win at the My Dinh Stadium.

Wilkinson, McGowan to join Socceroos as Rowles and Rogic are ruled out

Tue, 22 Mar, 2022

Wilkinson, McGowan to join Socceroos as Rowles and Rogic are ruled out

Sydney: Defender Kyle Rowes and attacking midfielder Tom Rogic have been ruled out of Australia's final two AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar™ matches.

Rowles had to be omitted after he tested positive to COVID-19 prior to arriving in camp, while Rogic misses out due to injury.

Renard: I want us to top the AFC Asian Qualifiers, and the job is not over yet

Tue, 22 Mar, 2022

Renard: I want us to top the AFC Asian Qualifiers, and the job is not over yet

Sharjah: Saudi Arabia head coach Hervé Renard believes his side deserve to finish top of their group in the AFC Asian Qualifiers-Road to Qatar™ ahead of the decisive last two fixtures against China PR and Australia.

The Green Falcons have been in the top two of the group from day one of the qualifiers and moved past Australia into first place after Matchday Four, when the Socceroos were beaten by Japan and Saudi Arabia defeated China PR 3-2.

A 2-0 reversal against Japan in Saitama in their most recent outing – their first loss of the campaign -  meant Renard’s men would have to wait for the final window to confirm qualification to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, but with a one-point advantage over Japan and a four-point cushion over third placed Australia, the Saudis know their fate is in their hands.