Sagorika’s heroics steer Bangladesh to fifth title

Tue, 22 Jul, 2025

Sagorika’s heroics steer Bangladesh to fifth title

Dhaka: Bangladesh clinched their fifth SAFF U20 Women’s Championship crown with a commanding 4-0 victory over Nepal on Monday.

Mosammat Sagorika came back from suspension and delivered a masterclass, scoring all four goals to secure a flawless campaign for Peter Butler’s side, who had already beaten Nepal 3-2 in their earlier meeting, following Sagorika’s dismissal.

Know your team: Japan

Mon, 21 Jul, 2025

Know your team: Japan

Kuala Lumpur: Japan have a proud AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ record to maintain as they look forward to winning the coveted trophy for a third time.

The Nadeshiko have reached the semi-finals in each of their last 15 appearances and Nils Nielsen’s side - the continent's highest ranked side - will be a force to be reckoned with yet again.

South & West Asia Wrap: Al Ansar denied triumphant sign off; Paro stretch run

Mon, 21 Jul, 2025

South & West Asia Wrap: Al Ansar denied triumphant sign off; Paro stretch run

Doha: Champions Al Ansar had to settle for a losing end as the Lebanese Premier League came to a close over the weekend.

Paro won their seventh consecutive match in the Bhutan Premier League to maintain their unblemished record and look on track to retain their 2024 title.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across South and West Asia.

East Asia Wrap: Vissel go top; Shenhua win summit clash

Mon, 21 Jul, 2025

East Asia Wrap: Vissel go top; Shenhua win summit clash

Kuala Lumpur: Defending champions Vissel Kobe surged to the summit of the J1 League after a key win away to Okayama, while Kashiwa Reysol lost their hold on the top spot after a defeat to Kashima Antlers.

Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors widened their lead in Korea Republic and Shanghai Shenhua won the battle of the top two in China PR.

In Mongolia, Falcons extended their lead in the title race after defeating closest rivals Khangarid.

Join the-AFC.com as we recap the latest round of domestic action across East Asia.

Know your team: India

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

Know your team: India

Kuala Lumpur: India will spare no effort in their buildup to the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ with a meticulous training programme planned.

The South Asian side sealed automatic qualification to the continental showpiece for the first time and will be determined to stamp their mark against Asia's best next March.

Japan's Yamada moves to Celtic

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

Japan's Yamada moves to Celtic

Glasgow: Japan international forward Shin Yamada has signed for Scottish Premiership champions Celtic from AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 finalists Kawasaki Frontale.

The 25-year-old, who played 12 times as Kawasaki finished runners-up behind Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli Saudi FC in the continental championship, has signed a four-year deal with the club to become the latest Japanese player to make the move.

Yamada becomes the fourth Japanese player currently on the Glasgow-based outfit’s books, joining Reo Hatate, Daizen Maeda and Hyato Inamura in the squad.