Japan’s Moriyasu, Korea Republic’s Hong encouraged by showings

Wed, 16 Jul, 2025

Japan’s Moriyasu, Korea Republic’s Hong encouraged by showings

Yongin: Hajime Moriyasu and Hong Myung-bo both expressed satisfaction as the 2025 EAFF (E1) Football Championship concluded on Tuesday.

Japan defended their title with a 1-0 win over Korea Republic to finish on nine points, with both head coaches taking a wider view of the tournament, which served as part of their preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

With Europe-based players not part of his squad, Moriyasu relied on J1 League talent with the likes of Taisei Miyashiro and Ryo Germain among those given opportunities, with the Japan tactician pleased with what he saw.

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Japan edge Korea Republic to retain title

Tue, 15 Jul, 2025

Japan edge Korea Republic to retain title

Yongin: A first-half volley from Ryo Germain sealed Japan a 1-0 victory over Korea Republic as they clinched their third EAFF E-1 Football Championship title on Tuesday.

Japan finished top of the group with nine points with Korea Republic three adrift.

China PR end campaign with victory

Tue, 15 Jul, 2025

China PR end campaign with victory

Yongin: China PR edged Hong Kong, China 1-0 on Tuesday to conclude their 2025 EAFF (E1) Football Championship on a positive note.

In a closely-fought contest, a solitary strike from Huang Zhengyu in the first half was the difference between the two East Asian sides.

Oman appoint Queiroz as head coach

Wed, 16 Jul, 2025

Oman appoint Queiroz as head coach

Muscat: Oman named Carlos Queiroz as their new head coach on Tuesday as the West Asian side bid to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The Portuguese replaces Rashid Jaber, and has been appointed ahead of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Playoff draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.

Know your team: Australia

Thu, 10 Jul, 2025

Know your team: Australia

Kuala Lumpur: Host Australia headline a cast of 12 teams going into the draw for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ that will take place on July 29.

Champions in 2010, Australia have a long storied history with the competition - starting with their participation as guests in the inaugural edition played in Hong Kong, China in 1975.

The Matildas - who reached the semi-finals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 which Australia co-hosted with New Zealand - will be among the favourites, especially with the backing of their passionate fans.

#AsianQualifiers – Vote for your Player of the Third Round by STA

Tue, 15 Jul, 2025

#AsianQualifiers – Vote for your Player of the Third Round by STA

Kuala Lumpur: The third round of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 concluded on June 10 with the Islamic Republic of Iran, Uzbekistan, Korea Republic, Jordan, Japan and Australia reaching next year’s tournament.

The United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Iraq, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia also kept their hopes alive by entering the fourth round slated for October.

But, before that, it’s your turn to decide which of these 12 players from the third round is named the Player of the Round – presented by STA – by casting your votes.