Al Dosari primed to be Saudi Arabia’s lucky charm

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

Al Dosari primed to be Saudi Arabia’s lucky charm

Taif: Defender Yazeed Al Dosari could just be the x-factor for Saudi Arabia when they take on Uzbekistan in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 final on Sunday.

Al Dosari has been an ever-present in Saudi Arabia’s magnificent run to the final, missing only the 3-0 defeat to Uzbekistan in their Group A tie.

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Know Your Coach - Mario da Silva (Saudi Arabia)

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

Know Your Coach - Mario da Silva (Saudi Arabia)

Taif: Mario da Silva’s pragmatic approach has been one of the key drivers for Saudi Arabia at the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 as the two-time champions remain in the hunt for their first title since 1988.

The Brazilian has navigated his team past former champions Japan and Korea Republic in the quarter-finals and semi-finals respectively, displaying adaptability that has brought success.

Know Your Coach - Islombek Ismoilov (Uzbekistan)

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

Know Your Coach - Islombek Ismoilov (Uzbekistan)

Taif: Islombek Ismoilov has the dream job of keeping a supremely talented squad happy as his red-hot Uzbekistan side looks to add the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 title to their 2012 win.

Uzbekistan have been simply irresistible, winning all their matches in regulation time - scoring 15 goals - and head coach Ismoilov have the tough task of ensuring everyone gets their time on the pitch.

#AFCU17 - Road to Final: Saudi Arabia

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

#AFCU17 - Road to Final: Saudi Arabia

Taif: Backed by passionate home support, Saudi Arabia have made it to the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ final with sheer determination and nerves of steel. 

Two back-to-back penalty shootout wins speak volumes of the character of the hosts' squad.

#AFCU17 - Road to Final: Uzbekistan

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

#AFCU17 - Road to Final: Uzbekistan

Taif:  Uzbekistan’s finest have marched through the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 with purpose and precision.

From day one, Uzbekistan have looked like title contenders and now they stand just one win away from being crowned kings of Asia once again.

The-AFC.com retraces the young White Wolves' journey so far.

Know Your Teams: Al Sadd SC (QAT)

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Sadd SC (QAT)

Kuala Lumpur: Al Sadd SC will be on a mission to end a long wait in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Finals.

The Qatari side will face Japan's Kawasaki Frontale in what promises to be a titanic quarter-final at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium.

Know Your Teams: Al Nassr Club (KSA)

Fri, 18 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Nassr Club (KSA)

Kuala Lumpur: Al Nassr Club will spare no effort in attempting to lift the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 title when the Finals kick off next week.

Having had to previously settle for two semi-final finishes, Al Nassr will feel this is their best chance to lay their hands on the coveted trophy after having cruised into the knockout stage.