Q-final: Japan cruise past Afghanistan

Jakarta: Japan burst into life in the second half to defeat Afghanistan 6-0 in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ quarter-final on Tuesday.

Q-final: Iraq stay on course with win against Thailand

Jakarta: Iraq stayed on track for a first title after they defeated Thailand 4-1 on Tuesday to reach the semi-finals of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™. 

Q-final: IR Iran turn on the power to see off Uzbekistan

Jakarta: Islamic Republic of Iran came from two goals down to defeat Uzbekistan 7-4 in a thrilling AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ quarter-final on Tuesday.

Benzema joins Al Hilal

Riyadh: Striker Karim Benzema has signed for Al Hilal SFC, the Saudi Pro League leaders announced on Monday.

Karachik’s Uzbekistan journey defined by challenges

Kuala Lumpur: Football will always have a variety of meaning for Lyudmila Karachik, the icon of women’s football in Uzbekistan with her journey in the sport bookmarked at various stages by the challenges faced.

Europe Wrap: Yuto, Hong on the mark

Kuala Lumpur: Japan midfielder Yuto Tsunashima and former Korea Republic international Hong Hyeon-seok both had a memorable week in the Belgian Pro League - Yuto netting his first goal for Antwerp in 17 appearances and Hong doing the same in his third outing with Gent.