Group D: Saudi Arabia 0-2 IR Iran

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Group D: Saudi Arabia 0-2 IR Iran

Jakarta: Islamic Republic of Iran survived a stern test to defeat Saudi Arabia 2-0 in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ Group D tie on Friday.

The defending champions had to withstand heavy pressure from Saudi Arabia throughout the match before two second half goals and Afghanistan’s 7-0 win against Malaysia in the later game, saw them advancing to the quarter-finals.

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Group C: Australia 2-4 Uzbekistan

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Group C: Australia 2-4 Uzbekistan

Jakarta: Uzbekistan roared their way back from two goals down to defeat Australia 4-2 in Group C of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ on Friday.

The victory moved the four-time runners-up to four points and within touching distance of the knockout stage, with Japan their opponents in Sunday’s group finale. 

Indonesia’s Souto, Iraq’s Carlos primed for showdown

Thu, 29 Jan, 2026

Indonesia’s Souto, Iraq’s Carlos primed for showdown

Jakarta: There will be no letting up from Indonesia and Iraq despite both having already secured their respective berths in the quarter-finals of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ when they face off on Saturday.

At stake will be the Group A top spot, which could mean a smoother progression route in the knockout stage and both teams are determined for a third consecutive win. 

Thailand’s Rakphol, Vietnam’s Giustozzi relishing face-off

Thu, 29 Jan, 2026

Thailand’s Rakphol, Vietnam’s Giustozzi relishing face-off

Jakarta: Southeast Asian rivals Thailand and Vietnam will leave no stone unturned when they meet in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ on Saturday to determine the winners of Group B.

Both sides qualified for the knockout stage with a match to spare after Thailand’s 6-1 defeat of Kuwait and Vietnam’s 2-0 win over Lebanon.

Al Sarraj: Kuwait will gain from Indonesia 2026

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Al Sarraj: Kuwait will gain from Indonesia 2026

Jakarta: Abdulaziz Al Sarraj believes Kuwait’s involvement in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026 will benefit their game at the national level.

The striker was an integral part of his side’s first two matches, scoring in their narrow 5-4 loss to Vietnam and playing his part in their subsequent 6-1 defeat to 2024 runners-up Thailand. Kuwait will close their Group B campaign against Lebanon on Saturday.

Hamam foresees bright future for Lebanese game

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Hamam foresees bright future for Lebanese game

Jakarta: Defender Ali Hamam is confident about the future of the game in Lebanon despite his side’s early exit from the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™.

The West Asian side, who lost 2-0 to Thailand in their Group B opener, fell by a similar scoreline to Vietnam on Thursday and will be playing for pride against Kuwait in their final tie.