#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.

#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.

S-final - Preview: Japan v Oman

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

S-final - Preview: Japan v Oman

Pattaya: Former champions Japan and Oman are all set for a blockbuster clash in their AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 semi-final at the Jomtien Beach Arena on Saturday.

Japan will be aiming to secure a record fourth title, while Oman are seeking to end their decade-long wait for a second lift of the coveted trophy.

S-final - Preview: Saudi Arabia v IR Iran

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

S-final - Preview: Saudi Arabia v IR Iran

Pattaya: Islamic Republic of Iran are ready to live up to their billing as they prepare to face Saudi Arabia in the semi-finals of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 on Saturday.

Head coach Naderi Hossein, while expecting a tough challenge from Saudi Arabia, believes that with his entire squad available, a place in the final is for the defending champions’ taking.

Al Oraimi: Decade of pain spurring Oman on

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

Al Oraimi: Decade of pain spurring Oman on

Pattaya: Salim Al Oraimi believes a determined Oman are ready to reclaim lost glory after they powered their way past United Arab Emirates to set up an AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 semi-final clash against Japan.

It was 10 years ago that Oman were crowned champions and a decade of sitting on the sidelines has become a motivational factor for Al Oraimi and his teammates in this tournament.

Teamwork steering IR Iran to success, says Nazem

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

Teamwork steering IR Iran to success, says Nazem

Pattaya: As Islamic Republic of Iran took another step towards defending their crown with a stunning 11-0 triumph over Bahrain on Thursday, Seyed Ali Nazem praised the dedication of the Central Asian team in their continued efforts to enhance their performance.

Iran’s prolific performance in their AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 quarter-final win against Bahrain was marked by goals from as many as six different players, and the defender said it was owed to the team’s incredible teamwork.

#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.