Preview - Group F: Ulsan HD FC (KOR) v Mamelodi Sundowns (RSA)

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group F: Ulsan HD FC (KOR) v Mamelodi Sundowns (RSA)

Orlando: Korea Republic’s Ulsan HD FC will be aiming for a winning start to their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 campaign when they take on Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa in Group F on Tuesday.

Ulsan qualified via the AFC rankings pathway as the most consistent Asian club side in recent seasons, a route they share with Memelodi who qualified via the CAF rankings pathway.

Botafogo edge Sounders to claim winning start

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

Botafogo edge Sounders to claim winning start

Seattle: Botafogo began their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 campaign with a 2-1 victory against Seattle Sounders FC on Sunday at Lumen Field, the Major League Soccer side's home stadium.

The Brazilian side displayed attacking quality in the first half but had to rely on stout defence after the interval to hold off the Sounders.

First-half goals from Jair Cunha and Igor Jesus left the Brazilians level with Paris Saint-Germain, but in second place in Group B due to an inferior goal difference.

Palmeiras, Porto share spoils

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

Palmeiras, Porto share spoils

New York: SE Palmeiras and FC Porto played out a pulsating 0-0 draw in the third game of Matchday Two at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.

Palmeiras and Porto traded blows but failed to score in front of a crowd packed with Brazilian supporters, leaving all four Group A sides on one point.

PSG overwhelm 10-man Atletico

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

PSG overwhelm 10-man Atletico

California: Newly crowned European Champions Paris Saint-Germain launched their bid for FIFA Club World Cup glory with a convincing 4-0 victory over Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

In searing heat at the Pasadena Rose Bowl east of Los Angeles, PSG proved too hot to handle for their Spanish opponents in an impressive opening Group B win.

Goals from Fabian Ruiz, Vitinha, Senny Mayulu and Lee Kang-In sealed the three points for PSG, who delighted a crowd of 80,619 with their adventurous attacking play in temperatures that reached 31 degrees Celsius shortly after kick-off at midday local time.

Bayern cruise past Auckland City

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

Bayern cruise past Auckland City

Cincinnati: Bayern Munich were at their best against Auckland City FC at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on Sunday, beating the team from New Zealand 10-0 in their opening as Jamal Musiala came off the bench to score a second-half hat-trick.

Kingsley Coman, Michael Olise and Thomas Mueller all netted twice, while Sacha Boey was also on target for the German champions in the game in Group C, which also features Argentina's Boca Juniors and Benfica of Portugal.

Harry Kane started but didn't find the target before being replaced just after the hour mark by Musiala, who netted his three goals in the space of 18 minutes towards the end.

Central, South & West Asia Wrap: Al Shorta close in on title; Arkadag remain perfect

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

Central, South & West Asia Wrap: Al Shorta close in on title; Arkadag remain perfect

Doha: Al Shorta are well poised to defend their Iraqi Stars League title following an emphatic win over Al Naft on Sunday.

Safa are firmly perched at the top of the Lebanese Premier League while FC Arkadag maintained their perfect record in the Yokary Liga. 
 
Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central, South and West Asia.

ASEAN & East Asia Wrap: Nam Dinh champs again; Jeonbuk widen lead

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

ASEAN & East Asia Wrap: Nam Dinh champs again; Jeonbuk widen lead

Kuala Lumpur: Nam Dinh FC defended their V.League 1 title with a match to spare while Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC surged further ahead in the K League 1.

In Japan, leaders Kashima Antlers dropped points, the top suffered defeat in China PR while MUST CPK continue to dictate terms in Macau.

Join the-AFC.com as we recap the latest round of domestic action across ASEAN and East Asia following the international break.

Al Shehri steers Saudi Arabia past Haiti

Mon, 16 Jun, 2025

Al Shehri steers Saudi Arabia past Haiti

San Diego: Saudi Arabia marked their inaugural CONCACAF Gold Cup campaign with a winning start after defeating Haiti 1-0 in their Group D opener at the Snapdragon Stadium on Sunday.

Saleh Al Shehri’s first half penalty sealed the three points for the Green Falcons, who take on the United States in Austin, Texas on Thursday with Haiti meeting Trinidad and Tobago.