Japan defeat Saudi Arabia to finish third

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

Japan defeat Saudi Arabia to finish third

Pattaya: Japan held off a spirited Saudi Arabia to take third place in the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 with a 3-1 win in the playoff at the Jomtien Beach Arena on Sunday.

The victory meant Japan will be Asia’s third representatives at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025, with Islamic Republic and Oman having confirmed their spots earlier.

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IR Iran power to record fourth title

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

IR Iran power to record fourth title

Pattaya: Islamic Republic of Iran reigned supreme again at the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ after they defended their title with an 8-1 win against Oman in the Thailand 2025 final on Sunday.

It was a historic occasion for Iran as they not only emerged back-to-back champions for the first time but Sunday's triumph puts them ahead of Japan as the only four-time champions.

Mirshekari scoops MVP, Top Scorer awards

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

Mirshekari scoops MVP, Top Scorer awards

Pattaya: Ali Mirshekari was named the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025’s Most Valuable Player after he helped Islamic Republic of Iran win the title with a commanding 8-1 win against Oman in the final on Sunday.

With 12 goals in the tournament, Mirshekari also bagged the Top Scorer award.

Mirjalili anointed Best Goalkeeper

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

Mirjalili anointed Best Goalkeeper

Pattaya: Seyedmahdi Mirjalili landed the Best Goalkeeper award after playing a huge role in helping Islamic Republic of Iran win the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 on Sunday.

Continuing his excellence from 2013, Mirjalili’s goalkeeping qualities received the recognition they deserved, winning the award for the second straight edition.

#AsianQualifiers – Indonesia's Romenij wins Best Goal of MD7 & 8 poll

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#AsianQualifiers – Indonesia's Romenij wins Best Goal of MD7 & 8 poll

Kuala Lumpur: Indonesia's Ole Romenij's strike against Bahrain has been voted as the best goal of MD7 & 8 in the third round of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26.

Romenij scored the winner in the 24th minute after converting Marselino Ferdinan's layoff to claim a vital three points against Bahrain. The Oxford United forward garnered 76% of the votes.

Check out the nominees once again and view the final result below.

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: Since its inception in 1985, the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ has been a true proving ground for tomorrow’s football stars.

The-AFC.com goes back in time to some of the most iconic and standout occasions in the tournament’s 40-year history.

#AFCU17 squads announced

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#AFCU17 squads announced

Kuala Lumpur: The 16 contenders for the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 have named the 23-strong squads they hope will steer them to glory.

With just five days remaining until the 20th edition of AFC U17 Asian Cup kicks off, most teams have included the players who featured prominently in their respective qualifying campaigns.

New generation set to dazzle at #AFCU17

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

New generation set to dazzle at #AFCU17

Kuala Lumpur: The next wave of talent on the Continent will have the perfect opportunity to shine when the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 gets underway on Thursday, April 3.

Taking place for the 20th occasion, the cities of Jeddah and Taif will provide the stage for the 16-strong cast to showcase their abilities at a tournament with a stellar record of unearthing future stars.

#WAC2026 Qualifiers draw finalised

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

#WAC2026 Qualifiers draw finalised

Kuala Lumpur: Teams hoping to earn passage discovered their opponents following the conclusion of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 34 sides were drawn into six groups of four teams and two groups of five, with the Qualifiers to be hosted by Cambodia, Indonesia, Jordan, Myanmar, Tajikistan, Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam.

The eight group winners will join defending champions China PR, Korea Republic and Japan in the Finals, scheduled to be staged across three host cities from March 1 to 26, 2026.