Jonan takes European step; Messi joins Al Ettifaq

Sat, 15 Aug, 2026

Jonan takes European step; Messi joins Al Ettifaq

Kuala Lumpur: Singapore midfielder Jonan Tan has taken the next step in his career by joining Croatian side NK Dugopolje on loan, while Saudi Arabia’s Al Ettifaq Club have bolstered their attacking ranks with the signing of French prospect Rayane Messi.

Lion City Sailors, Cerezo Osaka, Melbourne City and several Indonesian clubs were also active in the transfer market.

#ChallengeLeague group battles to be revealed

Thu, 13 Aug, 2026

#ChallengeLeague group battles to be revealed

Kuala Lumpur: The cast for the AFC Challenge League (ACGL) 2026/27™ is set to discover their fate at the Group Stage Draw on August 20 (Thursday) at 3pm at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Seven clubs advanced from the Preliminary Stage to join the eight sides that were granted direct entry to the Group Stage and the two eliminated teams from the AFC Champions League Two 2026/27™ Preliminary Stage (West). An additional three clubs will be confirmed following the completion of the remaining Preliminary Stage matches in the East.

Preview: S-finals (1st Leg)

Fri, 14 Aug, 2026

Preview: S-finals (1st Leg)

Kuala Lumpur: Four teams remain in the hunt for regional glory as the ASEAN Championships 2026 semi-finals kick-off this weekend with Singapore hosting Thailand before Malaysia welcome Vietnam.

Seven-time champions Thailand and holders Vietnam will start as favourites after impressive group stage campaigns, while Singapore and Malaysia will be banking on home advantage to gain the upper hand.

Al Rashdan signs with Wydad; Cummings heads to Vietnam

Fri, 14 Aug, 2026

Al Rashdan signs with Wydad; Cummings heads to Vietnam

Kuala Lumpur: Jordan international Nizar Al Rashdan completed a move to Moroccan side Wydad AC on Thursday on a one-year deal.

There was also movement across Southeast Asia with most leagues approaching their respective kick-off dates.