West Asia Wrap: Al Shorta clinch Iraqi title

Mon, 17 Jul, 2023

West Asia Wrap: Al Shorta clinch Iraqi title

Maysan: All eyes were on Al Shorta in the Iraqi Premier League as a host of matches were played over the week that ultimately saw the Harp crowned as the 2022/23 champions.

It is Al Shorta’s second title in succession and sixth overall as they capped their season in style. 

Six global stars to watch at #FIFAWWC

Sat, 15 Jul, 2023

Six global stars to watch at #FIFAWWC

Kuala Lumpur: Since its inaugural edition was held in China PR back in 1991, the FIFA Women’s World Cup has been a stage where the superstars of the women’s game have showcased their incredible talent, shattered records, and captivated audiences from around the world.

With the 2023 edition just around the corner, the majority of the world's best players will converge in Australia and New Zealand, gearing up to make a mark and write their names into the history books.
 
From established stars who are already considered legends of the game after previous World Cup performances, to others who are set to make their first appearance on the grandest stage, the-AFC.com shines the spotlight on six Non-Asian players to look out for in Australia and New Zealand.

Know Your Group G Teams

Sun, 16 Jul, 2023

Know Your Group G Teams

Auckland: With the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 kick-off now just four days away, most teams have already arrived at their bases.

As we edge towards the start of the 32-team global showpiece, we focus our attention on an exciting looking Group G.

#FIFAWWC 2023: Stats & Facts

Sat, 15 Jul, 2023

#FIFAWWC 2023: Stats & Facts

Kuala Lumpur: The FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 is almost upon us with the ninth edition of the festival of football kicking off on Thursday. 

The tournament will see the best of the best take to the global stage, with all four former winners as well as the Olympic champions and the reigning champions of Asia, Europe, Africa and North and South America part of the line-up. 
 
Ahead of a competition that promises to be bigger and better than ever before, the-AFC.com looks at some of the standout stats and facts at Australia & New Zealand 2023.

Know Your Group F Teams

Sat, 15 Jul, 2023

Know Your Group F Teams

Sydney: The FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 kick-off is just days away with the 32 teams in the final stage of their preparations.

Join the-AFC.com as we turn our attention to Group F, which has no Asian representation but promises to be a thriller with Brazil and France aiming to stamp their mark. 

Thailand edge Vietnam to lift title

Sun, 16 Jul, 2023

Thailand edge Vietnam to lift title

Palembang: Thailand emerged champions of the AFF Under-19 Women’s Championship 2023 after a 2-1 win over Vietnam in the final on Saturday.

All the goals came in the second half, with Thailand taking a 2-0 lead and then holding off a Vietnam fighback to lift the trophy.