Europe Wrap: Asia’s best in eventful week

Tue, 27 Jan, 2026

Europe Wrap: Asia’s best in eventful week

Kuala Lumpur: Japan defenders Shogo Taniguchi and Hiroki Ito nabbed their first goals of the season in the Belgian Pro League and Bundesliga respectively while Japan U20 international winger Shunsuke Saito, who also plays in Belgium, earned his first assist.

Other Asian stars also grabbed a share of the spotlight, so follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe this past week.

#AFCU23 - Saudi Arabia 2026 in numbers

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

#AFCU23 - Saudi Arabia 2026 in numbers

Jeddah: The AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ concluded with Japan defeating China PR in the final on Saturday.

It was a tournament that lived up to expectations with exciting action from the first to the final blow of the whistle.

The-AFC.com picks out several facts and figures that caught the eye.

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal held; Erbil suffer setback

Mon, 26 Jan, 2026

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal held; Erbil suffer setback

Doha: Al Hilal SFC's lead at the top of the Saudi Pro League was reduced to five points following a 1-1 draw with Al Riyadh on Sunday.

Erbil SC's title hopes suffered a setback in Iraq while there were also matches in Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon and Oman, so join the-AFC.com as we review the past week's domestic action across West Asia.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Persepolis make their move; Maziya pull further ahead

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Central & South Asia Wrap: Persepolis make their move; Maziya pull further ahead

Tehran: Persepolis drew level with leaders Foolad Mobarakeh Sepahan SC after they emerged victorious in their face off in the Iran Pro League.

Maziya Sports and Recreation Club moved closer to a second successive Dhivehi Premier League title in the Maldives, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.

ASEAN Wrap: Late twists, big upsets and leaders stay strong

Mon, 26 Jan, 2026

ASEAN Wrap: Late twists, big upsets and leaders stay strong

Kuala Lumpur: A hectic week across ASEAN football delivered plenty of drama and decisive moments, with league leaders tested and chasing sides landing major blows in the race for points and positioning.

In Australia, Central Coast Mariners shared a thrilling 2-2 draw with Auckland FC while Thailand’s title chase tightened further as Port FC claimed a huge win over Ratchaburi to shake up the battle behind runaway leaders Buriram United.

Elsewhere, Persib Bandung continued to set the pace in Indonesia with a narrow win to protect top spot, and Lion City Sailors kept their perfect record intact in Singapore with another ruthless attacking display.

#ACFutsal2026 - Players to watch

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

#ACFutsal2026 - Players to watch

Jakarta: The AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ goes under the microscope with the 16 teams having confirmed their respective squads in their chase for continental glory.

With just two days until the big kick-off, the-AFC.com highlights one player from each team to look out for.