#ACLElite: Vote for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM

Sat, 09 May, 2026

#ACLElite: Vote for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season delivered unforgettable moments, dramatic finishes and the rise of a new generation ready to shape the future of Asian football.

While the continent's biggest stars once again stole headlines, a group of fearless young talents showed they belong on the grand stage. 

So now it's time for you, the fans, to celebrate the future of Asian football by voting for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM. We have shortlisted 10 players who lit up the competition, and your vote will now decide the season’s standout youngster. 

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#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Riyadh: Fans can expect a scintillating AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ following Saturday's Final Draw in Riyadh.

While the usual teams will start as the pre-tournament favourites, the continental showpiece has a tendency of producing surprises and the-AFC.com takes a look at what can be expected from the groups.

#ChallengeLeague - Final: Facts & Figures

Sat, 09 May, 2026

#ChallengeLeague - Final: Facts & Figures

Ardhiyah: Kuwait SC and Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC will both be seeking to create history when they  square off in the final of the AFC Challenge League 2025/26™ final on Wednesday.

While Kuwait SC are seeking a fourth continental trophy, Cambodia's Svay Rieng are bidding for their first. The-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures from the sides' journeys to the final. 

Europe Wrap: Yang, Maeda steal Premiership spotlight

Mon, 11 May, 2026

Europe Wrap: Yang, Maeda steal Premiership spotlight

Kuala Lumpur: Korea Republic’s Yang Hyun-jun and Japan’s Daizen Maeda, who struck a stunning bicycle kick, gave Celtic the win in an Old Firm derby as the Scottish Premiership looks set to go down the wire.

There was also cheer for Australia’s Jackson Irvine, who claimed his first assist in 23 Bundesliga appearances this season, so follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe.

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group C: MD3

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group C: MD3

Jeddah: The race for the top two spots remains up for grabs in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final Group C fixtures on Wednesday.

Korea Republic lead the standings with four points, with Vietnam and Yemen sit a point behind, while United Arab Emirates, who have a point, are still mathematically in contention.

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group D: MD3

Tue, 12 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group D: MD3

Jeddah: With qualification to the next stage sealed, Uzbekistan and Australia will be vying for the Group D top spot when they face off in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Wednesday.

Australia go into the tie with the advantage as a draw will confirm them as the group winners thanks to a superior goal difference, with both sides having defeated India in their respective opening matches.