ASEAN Wrap: JDT win quadruple again; Sailors lift Singapore Cup

Mon, 11 Dec, 2023

ASEAN Wrap: JDT win quadruple again; Sailors lift Singapore Cup

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta’zim completed the quadruple for the second season running after defeating Terengganu 3-1 in the Malaysia Cup final on Friday to add to their Malaysia Super League, FA Cup and Charity Shield triumphs this year. 

Lion City Sailors emerged as the Singapore Cup champions for the first time by overcoming Hougang United 3-1 in Saturday's final at Jalan Besar Stadium while Tampines Rovers claimed third place by defeating DPMM FC 2-0. 
 
Unbeaten Shan United became champions of Myanmar with a game to spare and Kaya FC-Iloilo lifted their third Copa Paulino Alcantara in Philippines while matches also took place in Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from ASEAN.

East Asia Wrap: Kawasaki lift Emperor’s Cup; Gangwon and Suwon survive

Mon, 11 Dec, 2023

East Asia Wrap: Kawasaki lift Emperor’s Cup; Gangwon and Suwon survive

Hong Kong: Kawasaki Frontale became Emperor's Cup champions in Japan for the second time in their history after they defeated Kashiwa Reysol on penalties in the final held in front of more than 60,000 supporters at Japan National Stadium in Tokyo on Saturday. 

In Korea Republic, Gangwon FC and Suwon FC preserved their top-flight status as they prevailed over Gimpo FC and Busan IPark respectively in the relegation playoffs, meaning second division champions Gimcheon Sangmu will be the only new face in the top division next season. 
 
Lee Man FC maintained their three-point lead over holders Kitchee SC with a 3-2 win against Tai Po FC in Hong Kong while Taipower secured third place in Chinese Taipei with a 3-1 defeat of Hang Yuan on Sunday, so join the-AFC.com as we bring you up to speed with the action from across East Asia.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Istiklol champions again; Arkadag secure title

Mon, 11 Dec, 2023

Central & South Asia Wrap: Istiklol champions again; Arkadag secure title

Dushanbe: FC Istiklol are confirmed as Tajikistan Higher League champions with two games to spare, extending their incredible hold on the league title they have won every season since 2014.

The league title was also won in Turkmenistan as FC Arkadag continued to be perfect, their 21st win of the season giving them an unassailable lead over Altyn Asyr.

Matches were also played in Islamic Republic of Iran, India, Uzbekistan, Bhutan and Maldives - so join the-AFC.com as we recap the action from the past week in Central and South Asia.

Asia at the FIFA Club World Cup

Sun, 08 Jun, 2025

Asia at the FIFA Club World Cup

Kuala Lumpur: Asia will be represented by four teams at the expanded FIFA Club World Cup 2025 with all the sides relishing the opportunity of challenging for the title.

Al Ain FC of the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal SFC, Ulsan HD of Korea Republic and Japan's Urawa Red Diamonds are the latest teams from the continent hoping to be crowned the world's best.

It won't be easy, not with so many of the world's top sides also challenging for the title but the four will go into the tournament knowing that teams from the continent have done well in previous editions, with the-AFC.com taking a look at how the Asian journey has been.

Player to Watch: Mehdi Taremi (IR Iran)

Sun, 10 Dec, 2023

Player to Watch: Mehdi Taremi (IR Iran)

Kuala Lumpur: Strikers from the Islamic Republic of Iran have long had to live in the shadow of those who have gone before them, such is the depth of historic talent to have led the line for Team Melli.

But over the last eight years Mehdi Taremi has established himself as a star in his own right for both club and country, joining the greats of Iranian football.

Matchday Six: 5 things to look out for

Fri, 08 Dec, 2023

Matchday Six: 5 things to look out for

Kuala Lumpur: Just five places remain up for grabs in the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 knockout rounds as the four remaining groups in the East get set to play their final round of fixtures on Tuesday and Wednesday. 

Bangkok United, Kawasaki Frontale and Pohang Steelers have already won their respective groups, leaving top spot in the other two groups still to play for, while the three best-placed runners-up will also progress. 
 
Ahead of what is sure to be a gripping couple of days on the continent, the-AFC.com has selected five things to look out for.