East Asia Wrap: Vissel go top; Shenhua win summit clash

Mon, 21 Jul, 2025

East Asia Wrap: Vissel go top; Shenhua win summit clash

Kuala Lumpur: Defending champions Vissel Kobe surged to the summit of the J1 League after a key win away to Okayama, while Kashiwa Reysol lost their hold on the top spot after a defeat to Kashima Antlers.

Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors widened their lead in Korea Republic and Shanghai Shenhua won the battle of the top two in China PR.

In Mongolia, Falcons extended their lead in the title race after defeating closest rivals Khangarid.

Join the-AFC.com as we recap the latest round of domestic action across East Asia.

South & West Asia Wrap: Al Ansar denied triumphant sign off; Paro stretch run

Mon, 21 Jul, 2025

South & West Asia Wrap: Al Ansar denied triumphant sign off; Paro stretch run

Doha: Champions Al Ansar had to settle for a losing end as the Lebanese Premier League came to a close over the weekend.

Paro won their seventh consecutive match in the Bhutan Premier League to maintain their unblemished record and look on track to retain their 2024 title. 

 

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

Jafari hails IR Iran’s resolve

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

Jafari hails IR Iran’s resolve

Amman: Marziyeh Jafari was a proud head coach after Islamic Republic of Iran defied the odds to qualify for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ on Saturday.

Having lost 3-1 to Lebanon on Matchday Four, only victory against Jordan would see Iran qualify and the team rose to the occasion with a 2-1 triumph to seal a second successive appearance on the continental stage.

Australia 2026 cast finalised

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

Australia 2026 cast finalised

Kuala Lumpur: Islamic Republic of Iran were the final team to confirm their ticket to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ after topping Group A of the Qualifiers on Saturday.

Iran will join 11 other teams for the final draw which will be held in Sydney on July 29.

Know your team: India

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

Know your team: India

Kuala Lumpur: India will spare no effort in their buildup to the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ with a meticulous training programme planned.

The South Asian side sealed automatic qualification to the continental showpiece for the first time and will be determined to stamp their mark against Asia's best next March. 

Know your team: DPR Korea

Sat, 19 Jul, 2025

Know your team: DPR Korea

Kuala Lumpur: DPR Korea will be determined to be title contenders at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™.

Making a return to the continental showpiece for the first time since finishing runners-up in 2010, Ri Song Ho’s squad will be armed with pedigree, tactical discipline and an exciting new generation of talent.