Al Ahli Saudi FC end title wait in style

Sun, 04 May, 2025

Al Ahli Saudi FC end title wait in style

Jeddah: First half strikes from Galeno and Franck Kessie steered Al Ahli Saudi FC to a 2-0 win over Kawasaki Frontale in the final of the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals Jeddah 2025 in front of more than 58,000 fans at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium on Saturday.

It was a richly deserved triumph, with the side from Saudi Arabia completing their campaign with an astonishing 12 wins and one draw to end their long wait for the continental title, having twice emerged runners-up.

It was heartbreak for Japan's Frontale, who were appearing in their maiden final but had to concede defeat to a superior Al Ahli.

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Al Ahli’s Firmino named MVP

Sun, 04 May, 2025

Al Ahli’s Firmino named MVP

Jeddah:  Roberto Firmino was named as the Most Valuable Player of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 after helping Al Ahli Saudi FC to the title on Saturday.

Firmino had an influential role in the final, setting up both goals as the Saudi Arabian side defeated Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale 2-0 in the final of the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals Jeddah 2025 to lift their first Asian title.

Al Hilal's Al Dawsari wins top goalscorer honour

Sun, 04 May, 2025

Al Hilal's Al Dawsari wins top goalscorer honour

Jeddah: Salem Al Dawsari of Al Hilal SFC was named the Top Goalscorer of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Saturday.

Al Dawsari amassed 10 goals in the campaign with his Al Hilal SFC side exiting the competition at the semi-final stage following a 3-1 defeat to Saudi Pro League rivals and eventual champions Al Ahli Saudi FC.

Al Ahli's Mendy scoops Best Goalkeeper award

Sun, 04 May, 2025

Al Ahli's Mendy scoops Best Goalkeeper award

Jeddah: Eduoard Mendy was named the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Best Goalkeeper after Al Ahli Saudi FC defeated Kawasaki Frontale 2-0 in the final on Saturday.

Having been a consistent performer throughout, Mendy was at his best at the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals Jeddah 2025, playing a huge role as the Saudi Arabian side won the title for the first time.

Al Hilal and Jesus part ways

Sat, 03 May, 2025

Al Hilal and Jesus part ways

Riyadh: Al Hilal SFC have announced the departure of Jorge Jesus days after the Saudi Pro League side suffered elimination in the semi-finals of the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals Jeddah 2025.

The 70-year-old saw his side lose 3-1 to compatriots Al Ahli Saudi FC on Tuesday to fall short of a securing the club’s record-extending fifth continental club championship.

Group A: Japan 3-6 Belarus

Sun, 04 May, 2025

Group A: Japan 3-6 Belarus

Victoria: Japan’s bid for a place in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025 knockout stage suffered a setback after they were beaten 6-3 by Belarus on Saturday.

The result means Belarus are top of Group A with six points while Japan are level with Guatemala - who defeated Seychelles 4-3 on three points.

Japan have to defeat Seychelles on Monday to stand a chance of advancing to the quarter-finals.

Group B: Paraguay 1-5 IR Iran

Sun, 04 May, 2025

Group B: Paraguay 1-5 IR Iran

Victoria: Islamic Republic of Iran put the shackles on Paraguay’s high-flying attack to register a second successive victory in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2025 at the Paradise Arena on Saturday.

The win confirmed Iran's quarter-final spot after two-time champions Portugal defeated Mauritania 8-4 in the later match, with the two victors - who are both on six points - to meet on Monday to decide the Group B winners.

#WACFutsal2025 - The Group B cast

Sat, 03 May, 2025

#WACFutsal2025 - The Group B cast

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 is fast approaching and it’s time to take a deep dive into everything you need to know about the participating teams.

Continuing our countdown to the kick-off, we take a look at Group B’s quartet of Islamic Republic of Iran, Vietnam, Philippines and Hong Kong, China.

#WACFutsal2025 - The Group A cast

Fri, 02 May, 2025

#WACFutsal2025 - The Group A cast

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 is fast approaching and it’s time to take a deep dive into everything you need to know about the participating teams.

As we look forward to the kick-off, we take a look at Group A comprising China PR, Uzbekistan, Chinese Taipei and Australia.

Saudi Arabia recommended as host of AFC U17 Asian Cup™ from 2026 to 2028

Sat, 03 May, 2025

Saudi Arabia recommended as host of AFC U17 Asian Cup™ from 2026 to 2028

Jeddah: Saudi Arabia have been selected as the hosts of the next three editions of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Competitions Committee at its fourth meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia today.

Following a comprehensive Bid Evaluation process as well as an overall risk assessment exercise, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) was selected by the Committee from among three bidders, which included the Chinese Football Association (CFA) and the Iraqi Football Association.