Central & South Asia Wrap: Durand Cup last four confirmed; Arkadag closer to Yokary Liga title

Mon, 18 Aug, 2025

Central & South Asia Wrap: Durand Cup last four confirmed; Arkadag closer to Yokary Liga title

Kolkata: Indian Super League side East Bengal FC and the I-League’s Diamond Harbour FC pulled off major upsets to join NorthEast United and Shillong Lajong FC in the semi-finals of the Durand Cup 2025.

FC Arkadag were in sizzling form as they moved closer to their third consecutive Yokary Liga title in Turkmenistan while FC Nasaf fell to their first defeat this season in the Uzbekistan Super League.  

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.

ASEAN Wrap: Svay Rieng stay perfect; Tampines stun Sailors

Mon, 18 Aug, 2025

ASEAN Wrap: Svay Rieng stay perfect; Tampines stun Sailors

Kuala Lumpur: Svay Rieng maintained their perfect start in Cambodia with another commanding win, while Persija Jakarta continued their strong form to stay top in Indonesia. 

Johor Darul Ta’zim edged a thriller in Malaysia and Tampines Rovers lifted silverware in Singapore. 
 
Join the-AFC.com for a look back at the week’s action across ASEAN, including Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam and Thailand.

East Asia Wrap: Kyoto hit the summit in Japan; Port overtake Shenhua in China PR

Mon, 18 Aug, 2025

East Asia Wrap: Kyoto hit the summit in Japan; Port overtake Shenhua in China PR

Hong Kong: Kyoto Sanga moved top of the J1 League as the race tightened further with just four points separating first and seventh. In China PR, Shanghai Port leapfrogged city rivals Shenhua to go first after a commanding win over Henan.

Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors pulled further clear in Korea Republic, while Gimcheon Sangmu impressed in a goal-laden victory. In Chinese Taipei, Tatung got their new Premier League campaign off to a flying start. 

Join the-AFC.com for a look back at the week’s action across East Asia.

#ACLElite - League Stage matches to look out for

Sun, 17 Aug, 2025

#ACLElite - League Stage matches to look out for

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 League Stage is set to witness titanic matches as the 24 sides cast their eyes on advancing to the Round of 16.

With the action to kick in just under a month's time, the-AFC.com highlights six matches which will have just a bit more spice compared to the rest.

League Stage Draw: What they said

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

League Stage Draw: What they said

Kuala Lumpur: Friday’s AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 League Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia drew a variety of emotions from the participating teams, with almost all expressing their satisfaction.

The-AFC.com shares the thoughts of several teams following the draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Myanmar, Australia set up title clash

Sat, 16 Aug, 2025

Myanmar, Australia set up title clash

Hai Phong: Myanmar will play Australia in the final of the ASEAN Women’s Championship 2025 after both emerged victorious in their respective semi-final ties on Saturday.

Win Theingi Tun starred with a brace as Myanmar came from behind to beat Thailand 2-1 while two first half goals saw Australia defeat hosts Vietnam by the same scoreline.