Australia's Mooy seals move to Shanghai SIPG

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Australia's Mooy seals move to Shanghai SIPG

Brighton: Australia international midfielder Aaron Mooy has left Brighton and Hove Albion to sign for Chinese Super League (CSL) side Shanghai SIPG, the English Premier League club announced on Friday.

The 29-year-old departs after a season at the Amex Stadium having joined Brighton from Huddersfield Town and moves to the 2018 CSL champions ahead of their involvement in the 2020 AFC Champions League.

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Sutee Suksomkit (THA) vs Abbas Chahrour (LBN)

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Sutee Suksomkit (THA) vs Abbas Chahrour (LBN)

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup has always captivated audiences with its moments of sheer genius, brilliant celebrations and - above all - stunning goals. 

As we build up towards the AFC Asian Cup China 2023, the-AFC.com continues the AFC Asian Cup Greatest Goals Bracket Challenge with the next Round of 16 tie.

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Almoez Ali (QAT) vs Yousef Al Rawashdeh (JOR)

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Almoez Ali (QAT) vs Yousef Al Rawashdeh (JOR)

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup has always captivated audiences with its moments of sheer genius, brilliant celebrations and - above all - stunning goals. 

As we build up towards the AFC Asian Cup China 2023, the-AFC.com continues the AFC Asian Cup Greatest Goals Bracket Challenge with the next Round of 16 tie.

5 of the Best: Teen Goals

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

5 of the Best: Teen Goals

Kuala Lumpur: As the resumption of the 2020 AFC Champions League draws ever closer, the remainder of the year will give some of Asia's brightest young stars the chance to shine in the Continent's most prestigious club competition.

With that in mind, this week's '5 of the Best' sees the-AFC.com wind back the clock to look at the emerging talent who have risen to prominence in years gone by as we shine the spotlight on teenage goalscorers.

Among the contenders are players who have gone on to win the English Premier League and represent one of the Netherlands' biggest sides after first showing their promise in the AFC Champions League. After reviewing the nominees, tell us your favourite at the foot of the article.

Also check out our previous editions: acrobatic goals, solo goals, volleys, long-range screamers, chips, free-kicks, curlers, saves, team goals, assists and flicks, tricks and backheels.

JDT see off Pahang as Malaysia Super League restarts

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

JDT see off Pahang as Malaysia Super League restarts

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) held off a fightback from Pahang to win 3-2 as the Malaysia Super League resumed on Friday.

The win took JDT to 13 points, five ahead of closest challengers Perak in a season that has been condensed to 11 matches due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eduardo signs for Shabab Al Ahli Dubai

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Eduardo signs for Shabab Al Ahli Dubai

Dubai: Brazilian Carlos Eduardo has signed for UAE Pro League side Shabab Al Ahli Dubai FC on a three-year deal.

Eduardo, 30, put pen to paper just days after being released by 2019 AFC Champions League winners Al Hilal SFC of Saudi Arabia. The midfielder joined Al Ahli on a free transfer.

The Long Read: Dang Van Lam

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

The Long Read: Dang Van Lam

Bangkok: After years of unrelenting persistence, Dang Van Lam finally realised his dream of becoming Vietnam's number one goalkeeper and, part of a golden generation of talent, the Muangthong United custodian continues to set the bar high.

Thousands of Vietnam fans, many donning bright red t-shirts featuring the country’s famed golden star, had descended upon Dubai’s Al Maktoum Stadium last January to cheer on their heroes against Jordan in the last 16 of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.

A tense encounter played out in front of vibrant, vocal support for both teams inside one of Asia’s newest and most atmospheric arenas. After 120 minutes of action, the sides could not be separated and the game would be decided from the spot.