Wins for Thailand, Malaysia, Iraq, Saudi Arabia

Kuala Lumpur: Thailand, Malaysia, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates all achieved victories in their respective international friendlies as part of their preparations towards important qualifying tournaments.

Preview - Qualifiers: Matchday Two

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Two of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers is set to deliver another round of drama and excitement after a stunning 122 goals lit up the opening day of action, where the early pacesetters were identified.

UAE remain grounded after Guam win

Abu Dhabi: Captain Eisa Khalfan praised the United Arab Emirates’ for their collective effort in their 13-0 AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group I victory against Guam on Wednesday.

Bahri pleased with Syria’s persistence

Dushanbe: Head coach Maher Bahri acknowledged that Syria’s AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group K tie against the Philippines was tougher than expected following their hard-earned 2-1 win on Wednesday.

Khaydarov demands more from Uzbekistan after opening victory

Bishkek: Ravshan Khaydarov had mixed emotions despite former champions Uzbekistan getting their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group E campaign off to a great start on Wednesday.

Group B: Tajikistan 2-2 IR Iran; Afghanistan 0-0 India

Hisor: Islamic Republic of Iran finished top of Group B after being held to a 2-2 draw by Tajikistan, to book their place in the final of the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 on Thursday.