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Preview - FIFA Asean Cup

Tue, 22 Sep, 2026

Preview - FIFA Asean Cup

Kuala Lumpur: Intriguing battles and rivalries renewed are set to take centrestage when the inaugural FIFA Asean Cup 2026 kicks off on Thursday.

Divided into two divisions, 11 Southeast Asian nations will compete alongside three guest teams in Bangladesh, Pakistan and Hong Kong, China and the-AFC.com takes a look at what’s in store.

ASEAN Wrap: Champions set the early pace across region

Mon, 21 Sep, 2026

ASEAN Wrap: Champions set the early pace across region

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta’zim continued their perfect start to the Malaysia Super League season with a 3-0 victory over Negeri Sembilan, while defending champions Cong An Ha Noi FC maintained their perfect record with a 3-0 win over Truong Tuoi Dong Nai in Vietnam. 

In Indonesia, defending champions Persib Bandung came from behind to defeat Persijap Jepara 2-1, while Buriram United opened their Thai League 1 title defence with a 1-0 victory over Chonburi.

There was also action in Singapore, Cambodia and the Philippines so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the latest domestic action across ASEAN.

Tolic hails historic Persib victory

Thu, 17 Sep, 2026

Tolic hails historic Persib victory

Seoul: Persib Bandung head coach Igor Tolic hailed his side’s resilience after the Indonesian club opened their AFC Champions League Two 2026/27™ campaign with a 1-0 victory over FC Seoul on Wednesday.

Julio Cesar’s fifth minute strike proved enough for Persib to secure all three points, with Tolic delighted with the way his players defended their advantage against the Korea Republic side.

Group E: FC Seoul (KOR) 0-1 Persib Bandung (INA)

Wed, 16 Sep, 2026

Group E: FC Seoul (KOR) 0-1 Persib Bandung (INA)

Seoul: Persib Bandung stunned Korea Republic league leaders FC Seoul 1-0 in their AFC Champions League Two 2026/27™ Group E opener on Wednesday. 

Julio Cesar’s goal five minutes into the match and a tightly-marshaled defence earned the Indonesia side an emphatic start to their campaign.

ACFAM hybrid programme returns to Jakarta

Tue, 15 Sep, 2026

ACFAM hybrid programme returns to Jakarta

Jakarta: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has brought its milestone AFC Certificate in Football Administration and Management (ACFAM) hybrid programme to Jakarta for a second consecutive year, further underlining its determination to enhance the professional capabilities of Indonesia’s football administrators and stakeholders.

The sophomore run will once again be delivered in collaboration with Garuda Academy and the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI), following the successful conclusion of the inaugural edition in January.

Europe Wrap: Ueda, Sano lead Asian charge

Mon, 14 Sep, 2026

Europe Wrap: Ueda, Sano lead Asian charge

Kuala Lumpur: Samurai Blue striker Ayase Ueda netted in his UEFA Champions League debut for Ligue 1 side Lille while fellow international Kodai Sano struck his first goal of the season for PSV in the Eredivisie. 

There was also an unexpected goalkeeping assist from Japan’s Taishi Nozawa in the Belgian Pro League and other starring Continental performances, so follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe.

ASEAN Wrap: Champions face early tests across six leagues

Mon, 14 Sep, 2026

ASEAN Wrap: Champions face early tests across six leagues

Kuala Lumpur: Defending champions featured prominently across ASEAN this week, with Johor Darul Ta’zim and Cong An Ha Noi FC extending their perfect starts, while Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC also continued their winning run in Cambodia. 

Persija Jakarta, meanwhile, claimed a dramatic late victory over defending champions Persib Bandung in Indonesia.

Buriram United were held by Chiangrai United in Thailand, while Lion City Sailors fought back from two goals down to draw with Hougang United in Singapore. The-AFC.com takes a look at the latest domestic action across ASEAN.

ASEAN Wrap: JDT stay perfect as leagues kick off

Mon, 07 Sep, 2026

ASEAN Wrap: JDT stay perfect as leagues kick off

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta’zim maintained their perfect start to the Malaysia Super League season with a 3-0 victory over DPMM, while Vietnam’s Nam Dinh opened their V.League 1 campaign with an emphatic 4-0 win over Gia Lai. 

Thailand’s Uthai Thani also impressed with a 4-1 victory over Lamphun Warrior, while Indonesia’s Arema began their Super League campaign with a 4-0 triumph over Isenmulang Kalteng.

Cambodia’s Visakha recorded a 6-1 victory over Tiffy Army, while Myanmar leaders Dagon strengthened their position at the top with a 5-0 win against Ayeyawady. The-AFC.com takes a look at the latest domestic action across ASEAN.

Qualifiers - Group H: Australia 0-2 Indonesia; Malaysia 2-1 Laos

Sun, 06 Sep, 2026

Qualifiers - Group H: Australia 0-2 Indonesia; Malaysia 2-1 Laos

Vientiane: Indonesia earned a hard-fought 2-0 win against defending champions Australia to book their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ spot on Sunday.

The win put Indonesia on seven points in Group H to seal automatic qualification, achieving their third consecutive appearance in the Finals.

Malaysia finished second in the group on five points after defeating Laos 2-1 but will have to wait for the remaining groups to know their fate.

Qualifiers - Group H: Malaysia 2-2 Australia; Laos 0-3 Indonesia

Fri, 04 Sep, 2026

Qualifiers - Group H: Malaysia 2-2 Australia; Laos 0-3 Indonesia

Vientiane: Indonesia moved into pole position in Group H with a 3-0 win against Laos while Malaysia and Australia shared a thrilling 2-2 draw in the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ Qualifiers on Thursday.

Indonesia are on four points, ahead of Australia on goal difference while Malaysia are two points adrift with one more round of matches to come on Sunday.

Tolic praises patient Persib; Esteva proud despite heartbreak

Tue, 01 Sep, 2026

Tolic praises patient Persib; Esteva proud despite heartbreak

Soreang: Head coach Igor Tolic felt Persib Bandung were deserving winners after their patience and defensive discipline earned the Indonesian side 1-0 victory over Manila Digger FC and a place in the AFC Champions League Two 2026/27™ Group Stage.

Mariano Peralta struck in the 88th minute to settle a difficult contest on Monday, with Tolic pleased with the way his side limited Manila Digger’s opportunities while remaining composed in search of the breakthrough.

Ueda makes Lille switch; Choudhury off to United

Tue, 01 Sep, 2026

Ueda makes Lille switch; Choudhury off to United

Kuala Lumpur: Japan international Ayase Ueda traded Dutch football for the French Ligue as he secured a move to four-time champions Lille OSC.

Bangladesh international Hamza Choudhury will also be playing in new colours, having signed for Sheffield United in the English Championship.