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Central & South Asia Wrap: Muras move to the top; Paro pull ahead

Mon, 20 Jul, 2026

Central & South Asia Wrap: Muras move to the top; Paro pull ahead

Bishkek: Muras United overcame titleholders FC Bars Issyk-Kul to take over the Kyrgyz Premier League top spot while Neftchi Fergana resumed their winning ways after a two-month break in the Uzbek Super League.

Paro FC are on a hot streak in Bhutan, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.

#U17WAC - Stage set for China 2027 Qualifiers

Thu, 16 Jul, 2026

#U17WAC - Stage set for China 2027 Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ China 2027 is all set for take off following the conclusion of the Qualifiers Draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 30 teams - two more than the previous record of 28 from the 2019 Qualifiers - were divided into eight groups - six of four and two of three - to contest a single round-robin centralised league from October 5 to 11.

Each group winner will advance to the Finals, joining the quartet of teams that have qualified directly as the top four finishers from the 2026 campaign: defending champions DPR Korea, runners-up Japan, and semi-finalists Australia and China PR.

Cannavaro calls for continued investment in Uzbekistan football

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Cannavaro calls for continued investment in Uzbekistan football

Atlanta: Fabio Cannavaro urged Uzbekistan to continue investing in football after their FIFA World Cup 2026 journey came to an end on Saturday.

A 3-1 defeat to Congo DR followed earlier losses against Colombia and Portugal as the tournament debutants learnt some harsh lessons on the global stage.

Group K: Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Group K: Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan

Atlanta: Uzbekistan bid farewell to the FIFA World Cup 2026 following a 3-1 defeat to Congo DR in their Group K tie on Saturday.

The result meant the tournament debutants concluded their campaign with three losses while Congo DR advanced to a Round of 32 clash against England.

Preview - Group K: Congo DR v Uzbekistan

Sat, 27 Jun, 2026

Preview - Group K: Congo DR v Uzbekistan

Atlanta: Uzbekistan will be playing to stay in contention when they face Congo DR in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K tie on Friday.

Fabio Cannavaro’s side know victory isn't likely to be enough to seal qualification to the next stage but it will allow Uzbekistan to make a statement in their global stage debut.

Cannavaro: Uzbekistan will fight till the end

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

Cannavaro: Uzbekistan will fight till the end

Houston: Fabio Cannavaro said Uzbekistan will not give up on their FIFA World Cup 2026 hopes until it is no longer possible.

The tournament debutants suffered a 5-0 defeat to pre-tournament favourites Portugal on Tuesday, their second consecutive defeat in Group.

Despite that, victory against Congo DR may still take them through as one of the eight best third-placed sides and former FIFA World Cup winner Cannavaro said the Central Asian side will give it their best attempt.

Group K: Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

Group K: Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan

Houston: Uzbekistan's FIFA World Cup 2026 suffered a blow after they fell to a 5-0 defeat against Portugal in their Group K tie on Tuesday.

It was Uzbekistan's second consecutive defeat and it left the debutants staring at elimination as Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six FIFA World Cup campaigns with the captain striking twice as Portugal bounced back in style from their 1-1 draw with Congo DR.

Preview - Group K: Portugal v Uzbekistan

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Preview - Group K: Portugal v Uzbekistan

Houston: Uzbekistan will have to deliver a response of real character when they face Portugal in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K tie at Houston Stadium on Tuesday.

The Central Asian side’s long-awaited FIFA World Cup debut produced a moment to treasure, with Abbosbek Fayzullaev scoring the country’s first goal on the global stage but the 3-1 defeat to Colombia means there is little room for error heading into Matchday Two.

With Colombia having taken early control of the group and Portugal held 1-1 by Congo DR in their opener, Uzbekistan know that anything less than a win would leave their hopes of reaching the last 16 hanging by a thread.

Uzbekistan earn Cannavaro's respect

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Uzbekistan earn Cannavaro's respect

Ciudad de Mexico: It may have ended in defeat but head coach Fabio Cannavaro praised his Uzbekistan players for their determination and focus in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K tie against Colombia on Wednesday.

The Central Asian side, making their debut on the global stage, could have been overcome by the occasion but instead made Colombia work hard for the win.

Group K: Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Group K: Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia

Ciudad de Mexico: Uzbekistan did their best but ultimately had to concede to Colombia's superiority as the Central Asian side suffered a 3-1 defeat in their opening FIFA World Cup Group K opener on Thursday.

Bayern Munich forward Luiz Diaz led Colombia to victory but only after they survived a spirited fightback from tournament debutants Uzbekistan.

Preview - Group K: Uzbekistan v Colombia

Tue, 16 Jun, 2026

Preview - Group K: Uzbekistan v Colombia

Ciudad de Mexico: Uzbekistan will be determined to kickstart their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K campaign with a positive result when they take on Colombia on Wednesday.

After more than three decades of striving to reach the global stage, the White Wolves are set to make their FIFA World Cup debut, carrying the hopes of an entire nation.

Asian Stars to watch

Wed, 10 Jun, 2026

Asian Stars to watch

Kuala Lumpur: Asia will be represented by nine teams at the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks off on Thursday.

It promises to be a thrilling campaign for all of the Asian sides, with each bidding to create history.

As we get set for the action, the-AFC.com highlights a key player for each of the Asian teams at the global showpiece.