Fate at Fatorda: The Laxmikant Kattimani fairytale

Fri, 01 Apr, 2022

Fate at Fatorda: The Laxmikant Kattimani fairytale

Hyderabad: Laxmikant Kattimani etched himself into the Indian Super League’s history books with an unforgettable performance that included penalty shootout heroics in the 2021-22 final.

The Hyderabad FC shot-stopper’s man-of-the-match display against Kerala Blasters ensured the club picked up their first-ever piece of silverware. However, it was a far-from-straightforward journey with Kattimani having to overcome difficult moments in his career before finally fulfilling his dream. 

From his FC Goa days to clinching the ISL title for Hyderabad, Kattimani shares his experiences in an exclusive interview with the-AFC.com

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Al Shabab's Banega relishing the challenge of facing big AFC Champions League clubs

Tue, 29 Mar, 2022

Al Shabab's Banega relishing the challenge of facing big AFC Champions League clubs

Riyadh: One of the biggest names gearing up for the AFC Champions League™ 2022, Al Shabab FC midfielder Ever Banega has already stamped his mark on the Saudi Pro League and is now looking to take his influence to the continental stage.

Ahead of Al Shabab’s return to Asian football after seven years of absence, the-afc.comsat with the former Argentine international to discuss his past, future, and everything in between.

Group A: Opening day wins for Thailand, Malaysia

Sat, 02 Apr, 2022

Group A: Opening day wins for Thailand, Malaysia

Bangkok: Thailand and Malaysia kicked off their 2022 AFF Futsal Championship Group A with wins over Brunei Darussalam and Cambodia respectively on Saturday. 

Thailand signalled their determination to defend their title after outclassing Brunei with 13 unanswered goals, while Malaysia emerged victorious in a 13-goal frenzy against Cambodia. 

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Final Draw: What they said

Mon, 04 Apr, 2022

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Final Draw: What they said

Doha: The glitzy draw for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ was held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre on Friday.

Japan, Saudi Arabia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Korea Republic and tournament hosts Qatar were handed challenging draws with Felix Sanchez’s side kicking off the tournament in November against Ecuador.

There could be a sixth Asian side in Qatar 2022 as Australia or United Arab Emirates will have to navigate their way to the Finals via an Inter-Confederation playoff victory over Peru.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the reaction to the draw.

Asia’s finest learn path to glory in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Final Draw

Sat, 02 Apr, 2022

Asia’s finest learn path to glory in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Final Draw

Doha: Five Asian sides including tournament hosts Qatar learned their group stage opponents at a glittering FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Final Draw ceremony at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre on Friday.

Felix Sanchez’s side will kick off the tournament on November against Ecuador after being drawn in an intriguing Group A, which also features Senegal and the Netherlands.

AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to Qatar™: What They Said

Fri, 01 Apr, 2022

AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to Qatar™: What They Said

Kuala Lumpur: After seven months of FIFA World Cup™ qualifying action on the Road to Qatar, Groups A and B drew to a close on Tuesday with four nations having booked their tickets to the global showpiece and a further two gaining a second chance via the playoffs. 

As fans of Asian football start to look forward to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, the-AFC.com picks out some of the best quotes from the journey towards football’s greatest spectacle. 

Click on the links to read the full articles.

Group by Group Preview: AFC Champions League™ 2022 (WEST)

Tue, 05 Apr, 2022

Group by Group Preview: AFC Champions League™ 2022 (WEST)

Riyadh: As we enter the month of April, the AFC Champions League™ 2022 is set to kick-off in a few days’ time starting with matches in the West, with the five groups taking place in Saudi Arabia.

From venues, to past encounters, to the players set to make in an impact in 2022, the-AFC.com profiles each of the five groups.