Clinical Svay Rieng please McConkey

Fri, 17 Apr, 2026

Clinical Svay Rieng please McConkey

Manila: Matt McConkey was effusive in his praise of Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC after the Cambodian side secured a second successive final appearance in the AFC Challenge League™ on Thursday.

The Northern Ireland tactician, while admitting he was not satisfied with his team’s overall performance, applauded their effectiveness in front of goal as a Saret Kyra header and a brace from Kwame Peprah sealed a 3-0 win on the day and 4-1 on aggregate against Manila Digger of the Philippines. 

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Svay Rieng book final spot in style

Fri, 17 Apr, 2026

Svay Rieng book final spot in style

Manila: Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC advanced to the final of the AFC Challenge League 2025/26™ in magnificent fashion after defeating Manila Digger FC 3-0 in their semi-final second leg on Thursday.

Taking their place in the final for the second successive year on a 4-1 aggregate, Svay Rieng will hope to go one better after finishing runners-up last season.

Skibbe hails Vissel Kobe's determination

Fri, 17 Apr, 2026

Skibbe hails Vissel Kobe's determination

Jeddah: Vissel Kobe head coach Michael Skibbe praised his team’s never-say-die attitude as the former J1 League champions booked their place in the semi-finals of the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026™ on Thursday with a 5-4 penalty shoot-out win over Al Sadd SC.

Skibbe’s side needed a last-gasp equaliser from Yoshinori Muto to secure a 3-3 draw with the Qatari side and take the game into extra-time, where goalkeeper Daiya Maekawa made a string of vital saves to set up the shoot-out that Kobe edged.

No regrets for Al Sadd's Mancini

Fri, 17 Apr, 2026

No regrets for Al Sadd's Mancini

Jeddah: Al Sadd head coach Roberto Mancini said he did not regret taking off two-goal striker Rafa Mujica in the dying minutes of regular time in their AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026 tie against Vissel Kobe on Thursday.

The Japanese side battled back to score a late equaliser and went on to eliminate the Qataris from the quarter-finals in a penalty shoot-out.

Higuchi ready to lead Japan’s charge

Fri, 17 Apr, 2026

Higuchi ready to lead Japan’s charge

Pathum Thani: When Japan take on DPR Korea in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final on Saturday, much of their balance will rest on the shoulders of midfielder Rinka Higuchi.

Operating as a defensive midfielder, Higuchi has quietly played a role in Japan’s run to the final contributing two assists and creating eight chances in the four matches she has featured in, underlining her ability to influence the game.

Ri focused on steering DPR Korea to title

Fri, 17 Apr, 2026

Ri focused on steering DPR Korea to title

Pathum Thani: For Ri Ji Song, her mission in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final against Japan on Saturday is clear - help DPR Korea defend their title.

A consistent presence throughout the campaign, Ri has featured in all five of DPR Korea’s matches, registering a goal and an assist.