Herdman vows to lead Indonesia to greater heights

Jakarta: New Indonesia head coach John Herdman has said he will look to harness the enthusiasm of the nation’s passionate support to lead the country into uncharted territory, including at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, after replacing Patrick Kluivert at the helm.

Miyashiro leaves Kobe to join Las Palmas

Kuala Lumpur: Japan international Taisei Miyashiro has left former J1 League champions Vissel Kobe to join Spanish club Las Palmas on a six-month loan deal, the Japanese club have confirmed.

Baek expects a more potent Korea Republic against Japan

Jeddah:  Baek Ga-on wants Korea Republic to be sharper when they meet Japan in the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Tuesday.

Li proud to have played his part for China PR

Jeddah:  Li Hao produced another eye-catching performance as China PR reached the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™with a penalty shoot-out success against Uzbekistan on Saturday.

Vidmar positive despite Australia’s exit

Jeddah: Tony Vidmar admitted Australia were heartbroken after their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ campaign ended with a 2-1 defeat to Korea Republic in the quarter-finals on Saturday.

We paid the price for not taking our chances, says Uzbekistan’s Khaydarov

Jeddah: Ravshan Khaydarov did not hide his frustration after Uzbekistan were eliminated by China PR from the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Saturday.