East Asia Wrap: Kyoto down Vissel; Honours even in Shanghai derby

Mon, 29 Apr, 2024

East Asia Wrap: Kyoto down Vissel; Honours even in Shanghai derby

Hong Kong: Taichi Hara’s goal proved to be the difference as Kyoto Sanga posted a surprise 1-0 win against defending champions Vissel Kobe in Japan on Saturday while AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 finalists Yokohama F. Marinos drew 2-2 with leaders Cerezo Osaka. 

The Shanghai derby saw the only unbeaten sides in the Chinese Super League face off on Saturday as Joao Carlos Teixeira’s late strike helped Shanghai Shenhua remain in the lead by rescuing a 1-1 draw against defending champions Shanghai Port. 
 
Ulsan Hyundai fought back to defeat Jeju United 3-1 and stay within two points of leaders Gimcheon Sangmu in Korea Republic while matches also took place in Hong Kong, Mongolia and Macau, so join the-AFC.com as we bring you up to speed with the action from across East Asia.

Vahid believes in IR Iran's chances; Rodrigo hopes to continue leading Thailand

Mon, 29 Apr, 2024

Vahid believes in IR Iran's chances; Rodrigo hopes to continue leading Thailand

Bangkok: Head coach Vahid Shamsaei believes newly minted AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 champions Islamic Republic of Iran have the potential to go the distance at September's FIFA Futsal World Uzbekistan 2024.

Iran produced a dominant performance to defeat hosts Thailand 4-1 in the final to secure a historic 13th title at the Bangkok Arena on Sunday.

Uzbekistan’s Lopez targets improvements; Vakhidov hails Tajikistan players

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Uzbekistan’s Lopez targets improvements; Vakhidov hails Tajikistan players

Bangkok: Head coach Venancio Lopez will focus on improvements ahead of Uzbekistan hosting the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2024 in September.

The Central Asian side needed penalties to defeat Tajikistan to finish third in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand 2024™ on Sunday with Lopez admitting they have a lot to work on before their world challenge. 

Afghanistan’s Mortezaei shifts focus to world challenge

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Afghanistan’s Mortezaei shifts focus to world challenge

Bangkok: Afghanistan will start preparing immediately for the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024 after sealing a historic appearance in the global showpiece on Sunday.

Majid Mortezaei’s side led from start to finish in their 5-3 AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 Playoff 3 win against Kyrgyz Republic at the Bangkok Arena on Sunday with the head coach saying they are determined to impress in September’s FIFA Futsal World Cup. 

Abbasi named MVP, wins Yili Top Scorer awards

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Abbasi named MVP, wins Yili Top Scorer awards

Bangkok: Islamic Republic of Iran's Saeid Ahmad Abbasi’s dazzling performances saw him named the Most Valuable Player and win the Yili Top Scorer Award at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 on Sunday.

The forward, with eight goals and one assist, edged compatriot Mahdi Karimi (five goals), Iraq’s Salim Faisal (five goals) and Tareq Zeyad on four goals for the Yili Top Scorer award.

Mohammadi takes Best Goalkeeper crown

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Mohammadi takes Best Goalkeeper crown

Bangkok: Bagher Mohammadi’s rock solid performances for Islamic Republic of Iran in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 saw him claim the Best Goalkeeper Award.

The custodian displayed fine form throughout the tournament, which saw Iran claim a record-extending 13th title. 

IR Iran power to 13th title

Mon, 29 Apr, 2024

IR Iran power to 13th title

Bangkok: Islamic Republic of Iran waltzed their way to a record-extending 13th title with a 4-1 win over Thailand in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 final on Sunday. 

Iran seized control from the start at the Bangkok Arena to deny Thailand a maiden title as the Central Asian side made up for losing to Japan in the decider of the 2022 edition.