Central and South Asian Wrap: Dordoi, Khujand a step closer, Goa win Durand Cup, Pakhtakor beaten

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Central and South Asian Wrap: Dordoi, Khujand a step closer, Goa win Durand Cup, Pakhtakor beaten

Bishkek: The destination of one piece of silverware was decided, while two other clubs took big steps towards winning titles of their own in a busy week of club football.

There were crucial top of the table clashes in Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan, while FC Goa won India’s Durand Cup and Pakhtakor suffered a rare heavy defeat In Uzbekistan.

Join the-AFC.com for all the latest news and results from Kokand to Kant.

AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar: Group A's Players to Watch

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar: Group A's Players to Watch

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar returns on Thursday with Matchday Three.

All 12 teams will be targeting wins, some more than others, after the first two Matchdays saw both expected and unexpected results.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the players who could make a difference for their teams in Group A over the coming two Matchdays.

AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar: Group B's Players to Watch

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar: Group B's Players to Watch

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar returns on Thursday with Matchday Three.

All 12 teams will be targeting wins, some more than others, after the first two Matchdays saw both expected and unexpected results.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the players who could make a difference for their teams in Group B.

AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar: Facts and Stats

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar: Facts and Stats

Kuala Lumpur: Matchdays Three and Four of the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar promise to be thrilling affairs as the 12 teams look to enhance their hopes of reaching the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Finals.

Some will head into the next round of matches boosted by their recent form while others will need to up their game if they are to stay in the race for the four automatic Qatar 2022 spots.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the facts and stats the teams will have to contend with going into Matchday Three.

Bailey Wright called up by Australia for Oman, Japan ties

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bailey Wright called up by Australia for Oman, Japan ties

Doha: Australia have called up Bailey Wright to replace Milos Degenek for their matches in the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar against Oman and Japan after the defender tested positive for COVID-19.

The Red Star Belgrade player, who is asymptomatic, returned the positive result before travelling to Qatar to link up with Graham Arnold’s Socceroos squad.

Son, Taremi, Hwang and Iwabuchi: Vote for your AFC International Player of the Week

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Son, Taremi, Hwang and Iwabuchi: Vote for your AFC International Player of the Week

Kuala Lumpurs: Goals, goals and more goals were the topic of discussion this week as Asia’s stars couldn’t stop scoring in Europe’s biggest and best competitions.

Jasur Yakhshiboev lived out a boyhood dream, Hwang Hee-chan announced himself as a Premier League star, while names like Taremi, Kerr, Iwabuchi and Kumagai all found the net for their respective clubs.

In a week where twice as many players could have made the cut, study our 10 nominees – based on matches played between September 28 and October 4 - and don’t forget to cast your vote.

West Asia Wrap: Al Ittihad, Al Ain keep distance, Al Sadd continue to impress

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

West Asia Wrap: Al Ittihad, Al Ain keep distance, Al Sadd continue to impress

Dubai: Al Ittihad and Al Ain continue to lead the way in the Saudi Pro League and UAE Pro League respectively with wins over the past week.

In Qatar, defending champions Al Sadd SC maintained their perfect record after five rounds of matches.

Meanwhile, there were plenty of surprises in the Jordanian Premier League as Al Ramtha and Al Wehdat both dropped points with Al Salt edging closer.

Join the-AFC.com as we review the latest domestic action in West Asia.