Group C: IR Iran 4-3 UAE

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Group C: IR Iran 4-3 UAE

Pattaya: Islamic Republic of Iran clinched pole position in Group C of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 with a 4-3 defeat of United Arab Emirates at the Jomtien Beach Arena on Tuesday.

With a third straight win, Iran will now battle either Oman or Bahrain in the quarter-finals for a place in the final four.

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#ACBeachSoccer - Q-final cast finalised

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#ACBeachSoccer - Q-final cast finalised

Pattaya: The AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 quarter-final line-up was confirmed following Oman’s 5-1 win against Bahrain on Tuesday.

Oman topped Group D with Bahrain also advancing after Malaysia had ended Vietnam’s hopes with a 3-1 win earlier in the day.

Group C: Afghanistan 4-6 Indonesia

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Group C: Afghanistan 4-6 Indonesia

Pattaya: Indonesia beat Afghanistan 6-4 in Group C tie to finish their AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 campaign on a winning note on Tuesday.

With both sides already eliminated, the win saw the Southeast Asians collect their first points and finish in third place in Group C.

Group D: Oman 5-1 Bahrain

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Group D: Oman 5-1 Bahrain

Pattaya: Former champions Oman took the top spot with a 5-1 defeat of Bahrain in their final AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 Group D tie on Tuesday. 

With three wins, Oman have set up an enticing quarter-final clash against the United Arab Emirates on Thursday. 

Group D: Malaysia 3-1 Vietnam

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Group D: Malaysia 3-1 Vietnam

Pattaya: Malaysia ended their campaign on a high after beating Vietnam 3-1 in their final AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 Group D match at the Jomtien Beach Arena on Tuesday.

The win sees Malaysia finishing in the third spot in Group D and at the same time, ending their Southeast Asian rivals' hopes of a quarter-final spot.

Kawai calls for a sharper Japan

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Kawai calls for a sharper Japan

Pattaya: Despite being named player of the match, goalkeeper Yusuke Kawai believes he did not perform at his optimal level as Japan secured a 4-1 victory over China PR in their final Group A game of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 on Monday.

The 37-year-old, who contributed both a goal and an assist, acknowledged the need for greater focus ahead of three-time champions Japan’s quarter-final against Lebanon on Wednesday.

Berjaui: Lebanon are title contenders

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

Berjaui: Lebanon are title contenders

Pattaya: Having secured passage to the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 quarter-finals with victory against India on Monday, head coach Khaled Berjaui now believes the sky is the limit for his Lebanon team.

Monday's 6-1 success earned Lebanon second spot in Group B behind Thailand, setting up a tantalising last eight tie against three-time champions Japan with Berjaui believing his team can go all the way.

Suriya urges Thailand to remain focused

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Suriya urges Thailand to remain focused

Pattaya: Suriya Boridet thanked the home fans for their support as he celebrated scoring the winning goal in Thailand’s thrilling 4-3 victory against Kuwait in their final Group A tie at the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 on Monday.

Having surged into a 3-0 lead, Thailand were almost undone by Kuwait but Suriya stepped up to net the winner with seconds remaining in extra time as they topped Group A to set up a quarter-final against Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.   

We won’t stop until we reach the World Cup, says Saudi Arabia’s Al Youbi

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

We won’t stop until we reach the World Cup, says Saudi Arabia’s Al Youbi

Pattaya: Waleed Al Youbi and Saudi Arabia celebrated a historic first after their 3-2 win over Iraq on Monday meant that they reached the knockout stage of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ for the first time.

However, Al Youbi is adamant that Saudi Arabia aren’t done quite yet as they want a slot at  the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025, with three available at Thailand 2025.