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Zeca: ‘Irreplaceable’ Cesinha is Daegu’s greatest-ever player

Tue, 02 Aug, 2022

Zeca: ‘Irreplaceable’ Cesinha is Daegu’s greatest-ever player

Daegu: Zeca has heaped praise on countryman Cesinha, describing his Brazilian teammate as the greatest player in Daegu FC’s history ahead of the Korean side’s AFC Champions League™ 2022 Round of 16 clash against Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors on August 18.

Injury ruled Cesinha out of the group stage back in April when Zeca enjoyed a continental debut to remember, scoring six goals to help his new team finish on top of Group F and advance to the knockout rounds for the second successive year.

Costa Rica 2022: Know Your Asian Teams

Mon, 08 Aug, 2022

Costa Rica 2022: Know Your Asian Teams

San Jose: The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup returns on Wednesday after a four-year hiatus, with 16 teams vying for glory. 

Japan lead the Asian representation as they enter the tournament as the 2018 champions, followed by Australia and Korea Republic, who were among the top four finishers in the AFC U-19 Championship Thailand 2019.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a closer look at the three teams representing Asia at Costa Rica 2022. 

East Asia Wrap: Ulsan, Jeonbuk share the spoils; Marinos beaten

Mon, 08 Aug, 2022

East Asia Wrap: Ulsan, Jeonbuk share the spoils; Marinos beaten

Hong Kong: The top two met in Korea Republic over the weekend with Ulsan Hyundai holding Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors to a 1-1 draw to remain six points ahead of their title rivals.

In Japan, leaders Yokohama F. Marinos suffered their first league defeat since mid-May to defending champions Kawasaki Frontale, domestic action returned to China PR after an extended break, and there were also fixtures in Chinese Taipei so join the-AFC.com as we review the matches from across East Asia.

Cambodia, Turkmenistan and Timor-Leste make historic debuts

Fri, 05 Aug, 2022

Cambodia, Turkmenistan and Timor-Leste make historic debuts

Kuala Lumpur: Cambodia, Turkmenistan and Timor-Leste have been officially included in the latest FIFA Women's Ranking released on Friday.

Cambodia debuted at 120th while Turkmenistan are ranked 137 and Timor-Leste 152, giving the August 2022 edition a record-breaking 185 FIFA Member Associations. 

Korea Republic's Park Ye-eun joins Brighton & Hove Albion

Wed, 03 Aug, 2022

Korea Republic's Park Ye-eun joins Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton: Korea Republic international Park Ye-eun has signed for English Women's Super League side Brighton & Hove Albion.

The 31-year-old midfielder, who has been capped 10 times by the Korea Republic national team, joins compatriot Lee Geum-min at Brighton & Hove Albion.

East Asia Wrap: Marinos stretch lead in Japan; title rivals win in Korea

Sun, 31 Jul, 2022

East Asia Wrap: Marinos stretch lead in Japan; title rivals win in Korea

Hong Kong: The top two met in Japan over the weekend and frontrunners Yokohama F. Marinos dealt a huge blow to their title rivals by seeing off second-placed Kashima Antlers 2-0 to move eight points clear. 

The gap in Korea Republic remains five points with pacesetters Ulsan Hyundai and second-placed Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors both recording wins, while there were also fixtures in Chinese Taipei, so join the-AFC.com as we review the action from across East Asia.

Napoli sign Korea Republic defender Kim Min-jae

Fri, 29 Jul, 2022

Napoli sign Korea Republic defender Kim Min-jae

Rome: Napoli have signed Korea Republic centre-back Kim Min-jae from Turkish club Fenerbahce, the Serie A club announced on Wednesday.

The 25-year-old has reportedly signed for around 20 million euros.

Six Asian Players with a point to prove in Europe in 2022-23

Thu, 28 Jul, 2022

Six Asian Players with a point to prove in Europe in 2022-23

Dubai: With teams across Europe moving into second gear with their pre-season preparations, excitement is set to build with the big kick-off for 2022-23 just weeks away.

Asia will have a vast contingent of players looking to impress so join the the-AFC.com as we profile six players with a point to prove in the upcoming season.

Japan defeat Korea Republic to emerge men's champions

Thu, 28 Jul, 2022

Japan defeat Korea Republic to emerge men's champions

Tokyo: Japan turned on the power in the second half to defeat Korea Republic 3-0 to emerge champions of the 2022 EAFF E-1 Men’s Football Championship on Wednesday. 

Victory meant Japan won the title for a second time while Korea Republic failed to add a sixth to their haul.

Japan lift women's title after stalemate with China PR

Tue, 26 Jul, 2022

Japan lift women's title after stalemate with China PR

Tokyo: Japan emerged champions of the 2022 EAFF E-1 Women’s Football Championship after a 0-0 draw with China PR in their final match on Tuesday.

The draw took Japan to seven points, two ahead of AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ winners China PR. 

Korea Republic, Japan to face off for crown

Mon, 25 Jul, 2022

Korea Republic, Japan to face off for crown

Kashima: Korea Republic continued their winning streak with a 3-0 victory over Hong Kong on Matchday Two of the 2022 EAFF E-1 Men’s Football Championship, while Japan were held to a goalless draw by China PR on Sunday.

The results mean Korea Republic and Japan will battle for the title on Wednesday. 

China PR, Japan set up exciting finale

Sun, 24 Jul, 2022

China PR, Japan set up exciting finale

Tokyo: China PR and Japan will square off for the 2022 EAFF E-1 Women’s Football Championship title following Saturday's action.

China PR had to come from behind to salvage a 1-1 draw with Korea Republic while Japan were in fine form to defeat Chinese Taipei 4-1.

Japan, on six points from two matches, only need a draw to lift the title while China PR - on four points - have to win when the two clash on Tuesday.