Lion City Sailors sign Anderson Lopes

Thu, 17 Jul, 2025

Lion City Sailors sign Anderson Lopes

Singapore: Singapore Premier League champions Lion City Sailors have signed J1 League winning striker Anderson Lopes from Yokohama F Marinos, the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 runners-up announced on Thursday.

Lopes, who won the title in Japan in 2022 before helping F Marinos reach the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 final, has signed a three-year contract as the Sailors bolster their squad ahead of the new season.

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#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.

Know your team: China PR

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

Know your team: China PR

Kuala Lumpur: Reigning champions China PR will arrive at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ determined to defend their crown and underline their status as the continent’s most successful side.

Four years after Shui Qingxia’s charges staged a dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Korea Republic in the 2022 final to seal a record-extending ninth title, China PR are chasing history once more – this time under Ante Milicic.

Know your team: Bangladesh

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

Know your team: Bangladesh

Kuala Lumpur: Bangladesh will be aiming to create more history when they make their debut at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, signalling a significant step forward in the nation’s football journey.

Having steadily built momentum over the past few years, head coach Peter Butler has made it clear that his young squad will not be at Australia 2026 just to make up the numbers.

Know your team: Australia

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Know your team: Australia

Kuala Lumpur: Australia will be determined to savour continental glory again when they host the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™.

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.

Shin proud of Korea Republic’s drive; Japan’s Nielsen pleased with experiments

Thu, 17 Jul, 2025

Shin proud of Korea Republic’s drive; Japan’s Nielsen pleased with experiments

Suwon: Korea Republic lifted their first title in 20 years after winning the (EAFF) E-1 Football Women’s Championship on Wednesday with head coach Shin Sang-woo believing this could herald a new beginning for the Taegeuk Ladies.

Korea Republic’s 2-0 win over Chinese Taipei enabled them to pip Japan to the title as Shin continues to make changes to the team ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ in March.