Asian Leagues Wrap: Late Causic strike downs Bangkok; Victory extend lead

Mon, 08 Jan, 2024

Asian Leagues Wrap: Late Causic strike downs Bangkok; Victory extend lead

Kuala Lumpur: Serbian midfielder Goran Causic came off the bench to score a 91st-minute winner as reigning champions Buriram United defeated leaders Bangkok United 1-0 on Saturday to cut the gap to the top to four points and set up an exciting second half of the season in Thailand. 

Perth Glory and Melbourne Victory played out a thriller in Australia with Tony Popovic’s Victory taking home the three points after a 96th-minute winner from Ben Folami gave them a 3-2 win and sent them two points clear at the top of the table. 
 
Esteghlal stayed at the top in Islamic Republic of Iran after second-placed Sepahan fell to a 1-0 loss to Shams Azar while matches also took place in Kuwait and Cambodia, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from across the continent.

5 of the Best: Young Stars

Sat, 06 Jan, 2024

5 of the Best: Young Stars

Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is set to kick off on January 12 when the hosts and reigning champions Qatar take on Lebanon in the opening match of the prestigious competition which will witness an array of talent from across the continent converge on the West Asian nation. 

While Son Heung-min, Mehdi Taremi, Ali Mabkhout and Wataru Endo will be some of the most high-profile names in action during the 18th edition of the tournament, there are also plenty of up-and-coming stars who will be hoping to elevate their status over the coming month. 
 
With the tournament now just days away, join the-AFC.com as we take a look at five such youngsters who have the potential to write their name into the history books with a strong showing in Qatar. 

5 of the Best: Swansongs

Sat, 06 Jan, 2024

5 of the Best: Swansongs

Doha: As the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ draws ever closer to the big kick-off on January 12, some of Asia's most decorated and recognisable players may be about to appear in the competition for the last time. 

From the host nation's captain to India’s talisman and many others, a number of veterans will take to the pitches across Qatar as they look to inspire their countries to a successful campaign. 
 
Whether it will be the last time we see them in AFC Asian Cup action is yet to be determined, but the-AFC.com shines the spotlight on five players who could be appearing in the continent's most prestigious tournament for the final time of their illustrious careers. 

Join the action: AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Fantasy Football is now LIVE!

Fri, 05 Jan, 2024

Join the action: AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Fantasy Football is now LIVE!

Kuala Lumpur: The wait is over as the Official AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Fantasy Football game is now LIVE for fans worldwide! Fans can now visit the-AFC.com or download the AFC LIVE app to play the game.

Fervent supporters of Asian football can start playing by creating their virtual squad featuring AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ players with a virtual currency budget of 100 million, which will increase to 105 million during the Knockout Stage. Each squad will consist of 15 players in total with 11 players in the starting line-up and four bench substitutes. Fans can strategise, manage, and compete against users worldwide and join private leagues with their friends.

Qatar 2023 Squads in Numbers

Fri, 05 Jan, 2024

Qatar 2023 Squads in Numbers

Doha: The 24 teams in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ have confirmed their respective squads for the 18th edition of Asia’s premier national team tournament with plenty of interesting narratives at play.

From the oldest to the youngest as well as players looking to break records, the-AFC.com picks out eight interesting facts from the squads.

Squads announced ahead of Qatar 2023 kick-off

Fri, 05 Jan, 2024

Squads announced ahead of Qatar 2023 kick-off

Kuala Lumpur: The 24 contenders at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ have named the 26-strong squads they hope will steer them to glory at the continental Finals.

With just over eight days remaining until the 18th edition of Asia’s flagship men’s football competition kicks off, squads featuring the continent’s biggest names, as well as stars of the future, were formally registered on Tuesday.

Qatar 2023 team kits revealed

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

Qatar 2023 team kits revealed

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is nearly upon us and with the excitement brewing, it's time to take a look at one of the most eye-catching aspects of the most prestigious national competition in Asia - the kits!

From the iconic green worn by Saudi Arabia to Japan's striking blue kits to Qatar decked in maroon enroute to their 2019 triumph, the team kits have always played an important role in the excitement of the AFC Asian Cup.
 
Feast your eyes on the home and away kits of all 24 teams set to challenge for the title at Qatar 2023.

Iconic stadiums primed for Qatar 2023

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

Iconic stadiums primed for Qatar 2023

Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is set to be a spectacular affair with the 51 matches to be played in nine state-of-the-art stadiums.

The Lusail Stadium leads the way, with the iconic stadium to host the opening match between Qatar and Lebanon and the final. 

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the stadiums that will feature the continent’s best players vying for the coveted AFC Asian Cup trophy. 

Road to Qatar 2023 Revisited

Mon, 01 Jan, 2024

Road to Qatar 2023 Revisited

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ kicks off in just a few days with anticipation building for the continental showpiece. 

The 24 teams had to endure a long and winding road to reach their destination and as we eagerly await the opening match between Qatar and Lebanon on January 12, the-AFC.com retraces a qualifying campaign like never before.