Central Wrap: Sepahan stay firm; Neftchi and Bunyodkor drop points

Mon, 03 Apr, 2023

Central Wrap: Sepahan stay firm; Neftchi and Bunyodkor drop points

Isfahan: Sepahan stayed ahead of their rivals after defeating Sanat Naft 1-0 in the Islamic Republic of Iran Pro League. 

Neftchi and Bunyodkor were held in the Uzbekistan Super League, so join the-AFC.com as we recap the latest domestic news in Central and South Asia. 

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal close in; Shabab Al Ahli held

Mon, 03 Apr, 2023

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal close in; Shabab Al Ahli held

Doha: Al Hilal SFC moved within eight points of the summit with a win over Al Khaleej as the Saudi Pro League moves into the business end of the season.

UAE Pro League leaders Shabab Al Ahli Dubai were held by Al Ain in a top-of-the-table clash but still have a healthy advantage while Al Duhail continue to set the pace in Qatar.
 
There was also action in Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait and Oman so join the-AFC.com as review the latest domestic action in West Asia. 

East Asia Wrap: Cerezo down Marinos; Ulsan stay perfect

Mon, 03 Apr, 2023

East Asia Wrap: Cerezo down Marinos; Ulsan stay perfect

Hong Kong: Reigning champions Yokohama F. Marinos’ rocky start to the new season in Japan continued as they were beaten 2-1 by Cerezo Osaka in their first game after the international break on Saturday while Vissel Kobe continued to set the pace by overcoming Kyoto Sanga 3-0. 

In Korea Republic, defending champions Ulsan Hyundai maintained their perfect start to their campaign by defeating Jeju United 3-1 in their fifth outing on Sunday. There were also matches taking place in Hong Kong and Macau, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from across East Asia.

SAFF underlines importance of Child Safeguarding at SAFF U17 Women’s Championship

Tue, 04 Apr, 2023

SAFF underlines importance of Child Safeguarding at SAFF U17 Women’s Championship

Dhaka: The SAFF U17 Women’s Championship, which took place from March 20 to 28, 2023, served as an excellent platform for the implementation of child safeguarding measures to ensure a positive and enjoyable football experience for all participants.

With the help of the innovative “Safety Balloon” exercise, the activity saw the participation of footballers from every national team that competed in the tournament. 

Bell extends Korea Republic contract

Sun, 02 Apr, 2023

Bell extends Korea Republic contract

Seoul: Colin Bell's contract as head coach of the Korea Republic women's national team has been extended till December 2024.

The Englishman's current deal was set to expire after the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023.
 
Under the new contract, Bell will also serve as an adviser for the various women's national teams and will hold regular meetings with youth national team coaches, the Korea Football Association said in a statement.  

#AFCU17 - Historical Facts & Figures

Fri, 31 Mar, 2023

#AFCU17 - Historical Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U17 Asian Cup returns after a five-year hiatus with Thailand set to host the 2023 edition on June 15-July 2.

A springboard for Asia's rising stars, the tournament formerly known as the AFC U16 Championship counts the likes of Son Heung-min of Korea Republic and Japan's Takumi Minamino as among its graduates.

Join the-AFC.com as take a look at some facts and figures from the previous editions of the tournament.