Marinos part ways with Kewell

Tue, 16 Jul, 2024

Marinos part ways with Kewell

Yokohama: Yokohama F Marinos terminated the contract of head coach Harry Kewell on Tuesday, the former Japanese champions have announced.

The former Australian international was appointed to the job in December 2023, and led the team to the final of the AFC Champions League 2023/24™ but disappointing results on the domestic front forced the change.

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Al Arab joins Seoul, Suzuki lands in Italy

Tue, 16 Jul, 2024

Al Arab joins Seoul, Suzuki lands in Italy

Kuala Lumpur: Yazan Al Arab became the first Jordanian player to sign for a Korean club after it was confirmed that he has inked a deal with FC Seoul.

Having previously turned out for Muaither SC, Al Shorta SC, Selangor FC and Al Wehdat SC, Al Arab also produced a memorable performance for Jordan in their run to the final of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.

Taremi completes Inter Milan move

Sat, 13 Jul, 2024

Taremi completes Inter Milan move

Milan: Italian champions Inter Milan have confirmed the signing of striker Mehdi Taremi until June 2027.

The Islamic Republic of Iran international joins the Serie A giants from Portuguese side Porto.

Know the Asian Coaches - Women's Tournament

Tue, 16 Jul, 2024

Know the Asian Coaches - Women's Tournament

Kuala Lumpur: Asia's bid to win medals in the Paris Olympics Women's Football Tournament will be led by two vastly experienced head coaches.

Sweden's Tony Gustavsson will plot Australia's challenge while Futoshi Ikeda will lead Japan.

Know the Asian Coaches - Men's Tournament

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

Know the Asian Coaches - Men's Tournament

Kuala Lumpur: Radhi Shenaishil, Go Oiwa and Timur Kapadze all have the same target heading into the Paris Olympics Men's Football Tournament - leading their respective teams to medal glory.

While Asian teams made their Olympics debut in the 1938 edition, only twice has a side from the continent won a medal at the global showpiece - Japan in 1968 and Korea Republic at the 2012 Games.

The-AFC.com takes an in depth look at the head coaches who will be charting the challenges of Iraq, Japan and Uzbekistan.

Know Your Team: Japan

Thu, 11 Jul, 2024

Know Your Team: Japan

Kuala Lumpur: Japan will head to the Paris Olympics confident of a better outcome after suffering heartbreak on home soil in the previous edition.

The Nadeshiko, despite home ground advantage, failed to win a medal at the 2020 Games but a strong showing in last year's FIFA Women's World Cup indicates their Paris 2024 Group C opponents will have to tread warily against the East Asian side.

Matildas edged by Canada

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

Matildas edged by Canada

Marbella: Australia suffered a 2-1 defeat to Canada in their final friendly ahead of the Paris Olympic Games in Marbella, Spain on Saturday.

Canada, who will be defending their gold medal from the Tokyo Games, came from behind to clinch victory in the 'B' international.

IR Iran emerge champions

Sat, 13 Jul, 2024

IR Iran emerge champions

Jalal-Abad: Reza Ghandipour scored a hat-trick as Islamic Republic of Iran defeated Kyrgyz Republic 3-0 in the final of the 2024 CAFA U20 Championship on Friday.

Uzbekistan finished third after beating Tajikistan 3-0 in their playoff while Afghanistan took fifth place following a 8-7 penalty shootout win over Turkmenistan.