Group B: Malaysia, Thailand make semis

Sat, 08 Aug, 2026

Group B: Malaysia, Thailand make semis

Kuala Lumpur: Thailand set up an ASEAN Championship 2026 semi-final with four-times champions Singapore as Anthony Hudson’s side notched up a 2-0 win over Myanmar in Bangkok to seal top spot in Group B while Malaysia also advanced after their 1-0 victory over the Philippines.

The Singaporeans will host the first semi-final on August 15 against the seven-times champions with the return in Bangkok three days later while Malaysia will play against title holders Vietnam in the second semi-final on August 16 and August 19.

A penalty in each half from Worachit Kanitsribumphen and Jehhanafee Mamah earned the Thais their fourth win of the group phase as Hudson’s side finished with a perfect record and three points clear of the second-placed Malaysians.

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Group A: Vietnam, Singapore advance

Fri, 07 Aug, 2026

Group A: Vietnam, Singapore advance

Hanoi: Vietnam confirmed their progress to the semi-finals of the ASEAN Championship 2026 on Friday with a 3-1 win over Cambodia as Singapore also advanced after securing a 1-1 draw with Indonesia to take second place in Group A.

The defending champions topped the group with their third win in four group matches, finishing two points ahead of the Singaporeans, who took second place with eight points, one ahead of Indonesia.

Lee wants history-makers Singapore to inspire pride and growth

Thu, 06 Aug, 2026

Lee wants history-makers Singapore to inspire pride and growth

Riyadh: Trailing by a goal in their penultimate fixture of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round, Singapore’s hopes were fading fast in front of a near-capacity home crowd.

Defeat to Hong Kong, China in the winner-takes-all showdown would eliminate the Lions via the head-to-head criterion and extend an absence from Asia’s crown jewel that dates back to their debut in 1984, while sealing back-to-back qualifications for the home side.

But a two-goal salvo within five minutes saw Gavin Lee’s charges flip the script and stun the hosts, as they held on for a historic victory last November that sealed a maiden qualification on merit to the AFC Asian Cup™.

Prosinecki sees bright future for Kyrgyz football

Mon, 03 Aug, 2026

Prosinecki sees bright future for Kyrgyz football

Riyadh: Robert Prosinecki knew he was stepping into a unique challenge when he accepted the role of Kyrygz Republic head coach.

Convinced by the potential of the Central Asian side, Prosinecki didn’t require much convincing and the 57-year-old Croat is now plotting Kyrgyz Republic’s AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ challenge.

Tomiyasu joins Kamada at Palace

Sat, 08 Aug, 2026

Tomiyasu joins Kamada at Palace

Kuala Lumpur: Crystal Palace announced the signing of Japan defender Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer on Friday, joining fellow international Daichi Kamada at the Premier League club.

The 27-year-old former Arsenal player is manager Pierre Sage's second signing of the summer transfer window, following the arrival of defender Oscar Mingueza.

Tomiyasu, capable of playing at full-back and centre-back, spent the second half of last season at Dutch giants Ajax.

Mabil returns home; Denilson strengthens Dewa United

Fri, 07 Aug, 2026

Mabil returns home; Denilson strengthens Dewa United

Kuala Lumpur: Australia international Awer Mabil has ended more than a decade abroad to join Melbourne City, while Dewa United have added Brazilian forward Denilson Junior to their attacking ranks.

Persik Kediri, Brisbane Roar, Al Shamal and Lusail SC were also active as transfer activity continued across ASEAN, West Asia and Australia.