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West Asia Wrap: Al Sadd almost there; Al Nassr keep faint hopes alive

Sun, 21 Apr, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Sadd almost there; Al Nassr keep faint hopes alive

Doha: Al Sadd SC need just a point from their remaining two matches to clinch the Qatar Stars League 2023/24 title.

In Saudi Arabia, Al Nassr defeated Al Fayha to keep their slim hopes of lifting the Saudi Pro League 2023/24 title alive while there were also matches played in Bahrain, Iraq, Oman, Syria and the United Arab Emirates.
 
Join the-AFC.com as we review how the action unfolded with several leagues set to reach their climax in the coming weeks.

West Asia Wrap: Al Gharafa edge closer; Al Hilal relentless

Mon, 08 Apr, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Gharafa edge closer; Al Hilal relentless

Doha: Al Sadd SC’s title charge suffered a setback following a 3-1 defeat to Al Duhail SC as Al Gharafa moved within two points of them in the Qatar Stars League 2023/24 on Sunday. 

Al Hilal SFC, meanwhile, edged closer to the Saudi Pro League title with a 4-1 win over Al Khaleej which took them to 77 points, 12 ahead of Al Nassr with seven matches remaining. 

It is a tight race in the Bahrain Premier League with Al Khalidiya moving within a point of Al Riffa SC while Al Shorta SC and Air Force Club are locked in an enticing battle in the Iraqi Stars League. Join the-AFC.com as we bring you the latest domestic action from across West Asia.

West Asia Wrap: Al Futuwa continue reign; Al Hilal survive stiff test

Mon, 01 Apr, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Futuwa continue reign; Al Hilal survive stiff test

Damascus: Al Futuwa SC successfully defended their Syrian Premier League title, with a 3-1 defeat of Al Hurriya giving them an unassailable lead of 45 points with four matches remaining.

In Saudi Arabia, Al Hilal SFC kept their unbeaten run going but not before surviving a major scare from Al Shabab while Cristiano Ronaldo starred with a hat-trick as Al Nassr kept their faint hopes alive by defeating Al Tai 5-1. 

Join the-AFC.com as we recap the latest domestic action from across West Asia.

Group B: Syria 7-0 Myanmar

Wed, 27 Mar, 2024

Group B: Syria 7-0 Myanmar

Dammam:  Omar Khrbin starred with a hat-trick as Syria defeated Myanmar 7-0 in their  FIFA World Cup 2026 and the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ tie on Tuesday Group B tie on Tuesday.

The victory took Syria to seven points, two behind Japan and four ahead of DPR Korea. 

Preview - Group B: Syria v Myanmar

Sun, 24 Mar, 2024

Preview - Group B: Syria v Myanmar

Dammam: Syria will look to capitalise on DPR Korea and Japan not being in action when they face Myanmar in Group B of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Tuesday.

Both teams played to a 1-1 draw on Thursday, with Syria departing Yangon with the feeling of having let an opportunity slip away. 

Group B: Myanmar 1-1 Syria

Thu, 21 Mar, 2024

Group B: Myanmar 1-1 Syria

Yangon: Myanmar collected their first point in the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ as they held visitors Syria to a 1-1 draw in Group B on Thursday. 

Myanmar centre-back Soe Moe Kyaw found the breakthrough from a corner in the 35th minute at Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon, but substitute Alaa Al Dali denied the hosts all three points with an equaliser in the 71st minute. 

Preview - Group B: Japan v DPR Korea; Myanmar v Syria

Wed, 20 Mar, 2024

Preview - Group B: Japan v DPR Korea; Myanmar v Syria

Tokyo: Japan will be aiming to stay ahead of their challengers by defeating DPR Korea in Group B of the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Thursday.

Hajime Moriyasu's side found themselves three points ahead of DPR Korea and Syria after the first two rounds of matches.
 
They host DPR Korea in the first of their double header against their East Asian rivals knowing that a win will leave them well placed to advance to the third round, with Japan seeking an eighth consecutive appearance at the FIFA World Cup Finals.

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal extend world record; Al Ansar secure vital win

Sun, 17 Mar, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal extend world record; Al Ansar secure vital win

Riyadh: Al Hilal SFC’s winning run continued unabated with Damac Club the latest team added to their win list as they maintained a huge gap in the Saudi Pro League with a 2-1 win on Saturday.

In Lebanon, Al Ansar SC took all three points in a top of the table clash with Al Seeb SC.

There was also action in Syria, Qatar, United Arab Emirates and Kuwait and the-AFC.com brings you up to speed with all the results. 

West Asia Wrap: Al Rayyan close in on Al Sadd; Al Hilal maintain imperious form

Mon, 11 Mar, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Rayyan close in on Al Sadd; Al Hilal maintain imperious form

Al Rayyan: Things are heating up in the Qatar Stars League after Al Sadd were held to two consecutive draws, giving a chance for Al Rayyan SC to narrow the gap at the top.

In Saudi Arabia, Al Hilal SFC notched another win to widen their advantage over Al Nassr while there was also plenty of other domestic action across West Asia, so join the-AFC.com as we bring you up to speed with the latest results.

Nepal beat Palestine to set up Lebanon semi-final

Sun, 25 Feb, 2024

Nepal beat Palestine to set up Lebanon semi-final

Jeddah: Nepal defeated Palestine 4-0 to finish top of Group B of the West Asian Football Federation Women's Championship 2024 on Saturday.

The South Asian side completed their group stage campaign with a perfect nine points and will face Lebanon in the semi-finals on Tuesday.
 
Palestine, despite the defeat, will play defending champions Jordan in the other last four tie.

Nepal, Palestine through to knockout stage

Fri, 23 Feb, 2024

Nepal, Palestine through to knockout stage

Jeddah: Nepal and Palestine booked their West Asian Football Federation Women's Championship 2024 semi-final spots in contrasting fashions on Thursday.

Nepal cruised to a 5-0 win over Iraq, with Sabitra Bhandari netting all five goals while Palestine defeated Syria 1-0. The two pacesetters meet on Saturday to determine the Group B winners.

Nepal, Palestine impress in openers

Wed, 21 Feb, 2024

Nepal, Palestine impress in openers

Jeddah: Nepal and Palestine set the early pace in Group B of the West Asian Football Federation Women's Championship 2024 with resounding wins on Tuesday.

Nepal defeated Syria 4-1 while Palestine cruised 3-0 past Iraq.