Hosts of AFC women’s age-group competitions confirmed

Mon, 14 Apr, 2025

Hosts of AFC women’s age-group competitions confirmed

Kuala Lumpur: Underpinned by the strategic reforms introduced to further strengthen the development of women’s football, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the host associations for its upcoming women’s age-group competitions.

Officially ratified by the AFC Executive Committee at its last meeting on April 11, following the recommendations of the AFC Women’s Football Committee on March 31, 2025, The Football Association of Thailand has been confirmed as the Host Association of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ 2026.

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Shaikh Salman hails unprecedented response for AFC Asian Cup 2031™ hosting

Fri, 11 Apr, 2025

Shaikh Salman hails unprecedented response for AFC Asian Cup 2031™ hosting

Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa paid tribute to the Continent’s Member Associations (MAs) after the Confederation received a record seven Expressions of Interest (EoI) to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031™ final competition.

Chairing the 6th AFC Executive Committee meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on the eve of the 35th AFC Congress, Shaikh Salman lauded the highest ever number of EoIs received in modern history and attributed the exceptional reception to the growing prestige of Asia’s crown jewel.

West Asia Wrap: Al Sadd set for title; Al Ittihad move further clear

Mon, 14 Apr, 2025

West Asia Wrap: Al Sadd set for title; Al Ittihad move further clear

Doha: Al Sadd SC only have to match Al Duhail SC's result in the final round of matches to retain the Qatar Stars League title.

Al Ittihad are also well placed in Saudi Arabia while Shabab Al Ahli strengthened their position in the United Arab Emirates.
 
There were also matches in Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon and Oman so join the-AFC.com in our weekly review of the domestic scene across West Asia.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Double delight for Mohun Bagan; Sepahan move on Tractor

Mon, 14 Apr, 2025

Central & South Asia Wrap: Double delight for Mohun Bagan; Sepahan move on Tractor

Mumbai: Mohun Bagan Super Giant claimed the 2024-25 Indian Super League title to complete a domestic double while Tractor FC saw their dominance under threat in the Iran Pro League.

The Bangladesh Football Premier League resumed after the mid-season break, while the Kyrgyz Republic, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Nepal leagues continued to generate thrills and spills.
 
Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the domestic action across Central and South Asia this past week.

ASEAN Wrap: Kaya FC make it three in a row

Mon, 14 Apr, 2025

ASEAN Wrap: Kaya FC make it three in a row

Kuala Lumpur: Kaya FC emerged champions in the Philippines for a third consecutive season after a 2-0 win over Stallions on Sunday. .

In Vietnam, Nam Dinh maintained their four-point advantage despite being held by Ho Chi Minh City FC while Buriram United missed a chance to extend their lead in Thailand after a costly loss to BG Pathum United.
 
Persib Bandung were held by Borneo in Indonesia while there were also matches in Australia, Malaysia and Singapore so join the-AFC.com in our weekly wrap of the domestic scene across ASEAN. 

East Asia Wrap: Avispa rise to top; Shanghai Shenhua and Daejeon continue strong form

Mon, 14 Apr, 2025

East Asia Wrap: Avispa rise to top; Shanghai Shenhua and Daejeon continue strong form

Hong Kong: Avispa Fukuoka surged to the top of the J1 League after a crucial win over Yokohama F. Marinos, while Kyoto Sanga made a significant jump to second place.

In Korea Republic, Daejeon Hana maintained their spot at the summit despite a dramatic draw with FC Seoul, while Ulsan HD remained in third after a narrow win over Daegu.
 
In Hong Kong, Tai Po extended their lead, and Lee Man demonstrated their dominance with a resounding victory over Kitchee.
 
Join the-AFC.com as we bring you our weekly round-up of all the action from East Asia's domestic leagues.

Kim coming to the fore for Korea Republic

Sun, 13 Apr, 2025

Kim coming to the fore for Korea Republic

Jeddah: Kim Eun-seong took a while to get into his stride for Korea Republic but is now making his presence felt at the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025.

The 17-year-old was not included by head coach Back Ki-tae’s in the starting 11 in their 1-0 loss to Indonesia in Group C, but made a superb tournament debut when he scored twice in the 6-0 defeat of Afghanistan in their second match.