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Central & South Asia Wrap: United, Istiklol & Arkadag in fine form; Bashundhara claim title

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Central & South Asia Wrap: United, Istiklol & Arkadag in fine form; Bashundhara claim title

Bishkek: Muras United, FC Istiklol and FK Arkadag continued to shine in the Kyrgyz Premier League, Tajik League and Yokary Liga respectively as they maintained their unbeaten streaks.

Bashundhara Kings claimed the Bangladesh Football Premier League with a match to spare while the race for the Indian Super League title will go down the wire, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u17_asian_cup.html/video/afcu17-q-final-japan-5-0-tajikistan

#AFCU17 - Q-final: Japan 5-0 Tajikistan

Sat, 16 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Q-final: Japan 5-0 Tajikistan

Jeddah: Japan were in total control as they defeated Tajikistan 5-0 in their AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ quarter-final on Friday.

Ono Shingi’s side will face the winners of Saturday's last eight between Uzbekistan and Korea Republic, with Japan seeking a record-extending fifth title.

#AFCU17 - Preview: Q-finals

Thu, 14 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview: Q-finals

Jeddah: The quarter-finals of the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026™ are set to be closely fought affairs with the remaining sides all fancying their chances of lifting the coveted trophy.

The action kicks off with two ties on Friday with the sides fully focused on achieving continental glory after having secured qualification to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026. The-AFC.com takes a look at just what can be expected from the four match-ups. 

#AFCU17: Q-final cast complete

Wed, 13 May, 2026

#AFCU17: Q-final cast complete

Jeddah: The AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ moved a step closer to its champions being crowned following the conclusion of the group stage on Wednesday.

The quarter-finals will be played on Friday and Saturday, with the eight teams also having confirmed their tickets to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026.

#AFCU17 - Group A: Saudi Arabia 5-5 Tajikistan

Wed, 13 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Group A: Saudi Arabia 5-5 Tajikistan

Jeddah: Muhammadjon Mirahmadov scored in the fifth minute of added time as Tajikistan amazingly held Saudi Arabia to a 5-5 draw in their concluding AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group A tie at the King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on Tuesday.

The Central Asian side refused to concede defeat despite trailing throughout the match but the point was not enough for them to finish top with Saudi Arabia winning the group on goal difference.

The hosts will face China PR in the quarter-finals while Tajikistan will play Japan.

#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Riyadh: Fans can expect a scintillating AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ following Saturday's Final Draw in Riyadh.

While the usual teams will start as the pre-tournament favourites, the continental showpiece has a tendency of producing surprises and the-AFC.com takes a look at what can be expected from the groups.

19th AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme begins

Mon, 11 May, 2026

19th AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme begins

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s acclaimed Knowledge Sharing Programme (KSP) kicked off its latest edition on Monday.

The commencement marks the 19th iteration of the landmark initiative, which will see one candidate from the Tajikistan Football Federation (TFF) assigned to the Confederation’s Member Association (MA) Division from May 11 to 29.

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group A: MD3

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group A: MD3

Jeddah: Saudi Arabia and Tajikistan will battle for top spot in Group A when they meet in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Tuesday.

Both sides head into the final round of fixtures with maximum points after winning their opening two matches, with Saudi Arabia holding the edge on goal difference.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Issyk-Kul in second stumble

Mon, 11 May, 2026

Central & South Asia Wrap: Issyk-Kul in second stumble

Bishkek: FC Bars Issyk-Kul sustained another loss in Kyrgyz Republic after going six matches undefeated, with the defending champions falling to three-time winners FC Abdysh-Ata.

There were mixed fortunes for Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Mohammedan SC in India and Bangladesh respectively, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.

#AsianCup2027 - Final Draw: What they said

Sun, 10 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - Final Draw: What they said

Riyadh: The stage is set for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ with Saturday’s Final Draw producing six enticing groups.

As the teams plan their preparations for the January 7-February 5, 2027 continental showpiece, the-AFC.com listened to what several head coaches had to say after the glittering Final Draw at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u17_asian_cup.html/video/afcu17-group-a-myanmar-0-1-tajikistan