Qualifiers - Final Round: MD4 Preview

Mon, 13 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD4 Preview

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round is set to be a spectacular affair with several teams on the brink of qualifying, while others are in desperate need of points to revive their campaigns.

With only the six group winners to advance Saudi Arabia 2027, fans can expect those still in contention to produce their best.

The-AFC.com takes a look at how the groups stand ahead of Tuesday’s action.

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD3 Results & Reports

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD3 Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Three of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round lived up to expectations with thrilling results and superb goals.

Several teams registered hugely important wins which took them a step closer to the continental showpiece but there is still work to be done.

The teams will go at it again on Tuesday so stay updated on all the action with the-AFC.com.

Ishii praises Thailand’s response; Thayaparan salutes Sri Lanka’s collective effort

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Ishii praises Thailand’s response; Thayaparan salutes Sri Lanka’s collective effort

Bangkok: Masatada Ishii was full of praise for his Thailand side after they bounced back from their Matchday Two defeat with a 2-0 win against Chinese Taipei in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group D tie on Thursday.

Having lost to Turkmenistan in June, the pressure was high on Ishii and Thailand but second half goals from Seksan Ratree and Chanathip Songkrasin secured victory against Chinese Taipei, with the Japanese tactician pleased with the fighting spirit of his players.

Singapore’s Lee frustrated by India stalemate; Jamil draws confidence

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Singapore’s Lee frustrated by India stalemate; Jamil draws confidence

Singapore: Head coach Gavin Lee cut a frustrated figure after 10-man India held his Singapore side to a last gasp 1-1 draw in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group C tie on Thursday.

The inability to take advantage of Sandesh Jhingan’s sending off two minutes into the second half saw Singapore drop two precious points as Rahim Ali equalised in the 90th minute to cancel out Ikhsan Fandi’s first half opener.

Playoffs - Preview Group B: Saudi Arabia v Iraq

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Playoffs - Preview Group B: Saudi Arabia v Iraq

Jeddah: The stage is set for a grand battle between Saudi Arabia and Iraq when they meet in their decisive AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Playoffs Group B tie on Tuesday.

It’s a winners-take-all match with the victors booking their place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 while the beaten side will advance to a playoff against the Group A runners-up, with the winners to bid for one final chance in the FIFA Playoff Tournament.

Playoffs - Preview Group A: Qatar v UAE

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Playoffs - Preview Group A: Qatar v UAE

Doha: United Arab Emirates will be brimming with confidence when they face Qatar in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Playoffs Group A tie on Tuesday.

The Emiratis staged a late fightback to overcome Oman 2-1 on Saturday to lead the Group A standings and only need to avoid defeat at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium to secure automatic qualification.