#AFCU17 - Japan’s Kitahara eyeing double joy

Thu, 21 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Japan’s Kitahara eyeing double joy

Jeddah: Maki Kitahara has been one of the standout stars of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™, spearheading Japan’s journey to the final with a series of decisive performances.

The FC Tokyo U18 midfielder currently leads the tournament scoring charts with five goals, while also registering 11 chances created, highlighting his influence as both a finisher and playmaker.

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#AFCU17 - Preview - Final: China PR v Japan

Thu, 21 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Final: China PR v Japan

Jeddah:  China PR and Japan have vowed to spare no effort in their respective bids to emerge triumphant in Friday's AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final.

Four-time champions Japan will enter the tie with a psychological edge, having already defeated twice-winners China PR 2-1 in the group stage. 

#AFCU17 - Defensive rock Zhou vows to power China PR to title

Thu, 21 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Defensive rock Zhou vows to power China PR to title

Jeddah: China PR’s march to the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final has been built on discipline, composure and moments of individual brilliance and few players have embodied those qualities better than Zhou Yunuo.

The defender has emerged as one of China PR’s standout performers in Saudi Arabia, playing a key role in guiding the two-time champions into their first final appearance since their 2004 title triumph.

#ACLElite: Vote for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways

Wed, 20 May, 2026

#ACLElite: Vote for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 season delivered breathtaking goals of extraordinary quality, but behind every brilliant finish was often an equally brilliant final pass. 

From defence-splitting through balls to outrageous flicks, improvised touches and training ground perfection, the season produced several world class assists to look back on. Now it's time for you, the fans, to celebrate the creativity, vision and intelligence that lit up the competition by voting for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways. 

We have shortlisted 14 assists and your vote will now decide which one deserves to be crowned the very best of the season. 

Tokyo Verdy’s Shiokoshi thrilled to have delivered

Wed, 20 May, 2026

Tokyo Verdy’s Shiokoshi thrilled to have delivered

Suwon: Yuzuho Shiokoshi expressed joy after playing a significant role in Tokyo Verdy Beleza defeating Melbourne City FC 3-1 to advance to the AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26™ final on Wednesday.

The forward netted twice in a match that was largely controlled by the Japanese side on the slick surface at the Suwon Sports Complex.

Naegohyang make Ri proud

Wed, 20 May, 2026

Naegohyang make Ri proud

Suwon: Head coach Ri Yu Il was beaming with pride after his Naegohyang Women’s FC overcame a stiff test to edge Suwon FC Women 2-1 in a gripping AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26™ semi-final contest on Wednesday.

The DPR Korea club battled back from a goal down to advance to a final encounter against Japan’s Tokyo Verdy Beleza on Saturday.