Qualifiers - Final Round: How the Groups stand

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: How the Groups stand

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Five of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round had it all as the games lit up the continent.

A thrilling round of action saw Singapore make history, heartbreak and battles to the end set up, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at how the groups stand with just one matchday remaining.

Arnold urges focus as Iraq get set for Bolivia or Suriname showdown

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

Arnold urges focus as Iraq get set for Bolivia or Suriname showdown

Kuala Lumpur: Graham Arnold has called for determination and focus after Iraq were drawn to face either Bolivia or Suriname in a single, winners-take-all FIFA Playoff Tournament tie next March for a place at the FIFA World Cup 2026. 

The draw, conducted at FIFA headquarters in Zürich, placed Iraq directly into the final stage of the inter-confederation playoff as one of the two seeded teams, bypassing the bracket semi-finals and standing just one match away from a historic return to football’s biggest stage.

Japan remain top; Playoff boost for Iraq

Thu, 20 Nov, 2025

Japan remain top; Playoff boost for Iraq

Kuala Lumpur: Japan maintained their status as Asia's top-ranked side in the latest FIFA World Ranking released on Wednesday.

Islamic Republic of Iran are the second-highest ranked Asian side with Korea Republic just behind.

#WAC2026 Official Match Ball makes first appearance at 100-day countdown

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

#WAC2026 Official Match Ball makes first appearance at 100-day countdown

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ today marked the 100-day countdown to the Continent’s premier women’s national team competition in Sydney, Australia.

The celebration signalled a monumental milestone for the women’s game in Asia, as the official match ball, WAVEMAKER – the first-ever bespoke ball for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ created by Kelme – made its first physical appearance for fans to view up close.

WAVEMAKER announced as Official Match Ball of AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™

Thu, 20 Nov, 2025

WAVEMAKER announced as Official Match Ball of AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™

Kuala Lumpur: With just over 100 days to go to the Continent’s premier women’s showpiece, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and Kelme are proud to unveil WAVEMAKER – the Official Match Ball for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, which will be held from March 1 to 21.

Inspired by the powerful nature surrounding Australia’s stunning coastline, WAVEMAKER captures the dynamic rhythm of ocean waves, symbolising the fearless spirit of women athletes riding the tide of progress and breaking barriers, as well as the resilience and unity to strive for excellence.

Chang applauds resilient Wuhan; delight for Bam Khatoon’s Jafari

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

Chang applauds resilient Wuhan; delight for Bam Khatoon’s Jafari

Wuhan: Head coach Chang Weiwei didn’t hide his admiration for his Wuhan Jiangda players after their 2-0 triumph over East Bengal FC in their AFC Women’s Champions League™ 2025/26 Group B tie on Thursday.

A brace from Wang Shuang in the first half settled the tie for the Chinese Women's Super League side, who bounced back from their 1-1 stalemate against Uzbekistan’s PFC Nasaf on opening day.