Europe Wrap: Maeda, Lee end campaigns with silverware

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Europe Wrap: Maeda, Lee end campaigns with silverware

Kuala Lumpur: Japan’s Daizen Maeda and Korea Republic’s Lee Kang-in closed their season on a high after helping Celtic and Paris Saint-Germain claim the Premiership and Ligue 1 titles respectively.

Other continental stars experienced ups and downs as a number of key leagues ended, so follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe.

#ACLTwo - Facts & Figures

Mon, 18 May, 2026

#ACLTwo - Facts & Figures

Riyadh: The AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ concluded on Saturday with Gamba Osaka defeating Al Nassr Club 1-0 in the final.

It was fitting finale to a tournament which captured the imagination of the continent with high octane action from start to end.

As the dust settles on the thrilling edition, the-AFC.com picks out several facts and figures that caught the eye.

#AFCU17 - Preview - S-final: China PR v Australia

Mon, 18 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - S-final: China PR v Australia

Jeddah: China PR and Australia will spare no effort in their bid to continue their impressive runs when they meet in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ semi-finals at the King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on Tuesday.

Both teams are highly confident following strong quarter-final performances, setting up what promises to be a high-intensity and closely fought encounter.

#AFCU17 - Preview - S-final: Japan v Uzbekistan

Mon, 18 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - S-final: Japan v Uzbekistan

Jeddah:  It will be a clash between familiar foes when Japan take on Uzbekistan in the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026™ semi-finals at the King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on Tuesday.

Both sides are in excellent form - setting up a compelling contest for a place in the final.

#AFCU17 - Zhou, Kutleshi looking forward to showdown

Mon, 18 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Zhou, Kutleshi looking forward to showdown

Jeddah: China PR’s Zhou Yunuo and Australia’s Besian Kutleshi have vowed to give their all when their sides meet in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ semi-finals on Tuesday.

Both defenders said their teams are fully focused on delivering a strong performance in what promises to be a tightly contested encounter.

#AFCU17 - Motosuna, Khakimov equally confident of advancing

Mon, 18 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Motosuna, Khakimov equally confident of advancing

Jeddah: Japan’s Anthony Motosuna and Mukhammad Khakimov of Uzbekistan will be key figures when their sides meet in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ semi-finals  on Tuesday.

Having shown their quality in the run-up to the penultimate stage, both players are aiming to reach the final under different motivations and ambitions.