Koo believes Korea Republic’s steely determination will secure title

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Koo believes Korea Republic’s steely determination will secure title

Taif: Korea Republic’s AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 campaign has been anything but smooth but the experience gained from it is making Koo Hyeon-bin believe a title tilt is possible.

The East Asian side face a daunting task against hosts Saudi Arabia in the semi-finals on Thursday as they chase a third title following successes in 1986 and 2022, with Koo pinning his hopes on the incredible team attitude that has developed over the course of the tournament.

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Preview - S-final: Saudi Arabia v Korea Republic

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

Preview - S-final: Saudi Arabia v Korea Republic

Taif: Mario da Silva and Back Ki-tae are looking forward to a tactical battle when Saudi Arabia meet Korea Republic in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 semi-finals on Thursday.

Having met in a friendly match as part of their preparations for the tournament as well as collecting information in the matches leading to their showdown, da Silva is expecting some surprises during the game that will require mid-game adjustments.

Preview - S-final: Uzbekistan v DPR Korea

Fri, 18 Apr, 2025

Preview - S-final: Uzbekistan v DPR Korea

Taif: Uzbekistan have promised goals when they face DPR Korea in a highly anticipated AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 semi-final at the King Fahd Sports City Stadium on Thursday.

Both teams have scored 24 goals between them in the lead-up to this encounter, with all signs pointing to a potential goalfest.

Saudi Arabia's Sufyani determined to emulate Al Dawsari and Ronaldo

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Saudi Arabia's Sufyani determined to emulate Al Dawsari and Ronaldo

Taif: Abdulrahman Sufyani has been one of the standout performers in a Saudi Arabia squad that is just two matches away from lifting the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 title and the teenager is only just getting started.

In the midst of a ife-changing experience since moving from Al Kawkab Club to Al Nassr Club, Sufyani is reaping the rewards of his exploits as he shares with the-AFC.com just what journey has meant for him.

Musakhanov’s talent shines bright like Taif’s full moon

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Musakhanov’s talent shines bright like Taif’s full moon

Taif: A full moon hung between two floodlights at the King Fahd Sports City Stadium when Uzbekistan and United Arab Emirates faced off in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 quarter-finals on Sunday.

At first it shone a creamy orange before the match kicked off, but by the time Sayfiddin Sodikov tucked home the third goal in first-half added time, the moon had turned full white and made its way high up above the lights, shining down on the field.

Australia's Fowler suffers injury blow

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Australia's Fowler suffers injury blow

Sydney: Mary Fowler faces a race against time to be ready for her country’s hosting of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ next year after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament rupture in her right knee while playing for Manchester City.

The 22-year-old forward sustained the injury during City’s 2-0 loss to cross-city rivals Manchester United in the semi-finals of the Women’s FA Cup on Sunday and will spend a prolonged period on the sidelines.

#ACLElite - Mahrez tops best goal of R16 (West)

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

#ACLElite - Mahrez tops best goal of R16 (West)

Kuala Lumpur: Riyad Mahrez’s stunning strike against Qatar’s Al Rayyan SC has been voted as the best goal of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 (West) Round of 16.

Mahrez showed grace and composure inside a packed Al Rayyan box to open Al Ahli Saudi’s account before the midfield maestro doubled his tally to seal the win.

Lion City Sailors create history

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

Lion City Sailors create history

Sydney: Lion City Sailors created history despite losing 1-0 to Sydney FC in their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 semi-final second leg at Sydney Football Stadium on Wednesday.

The Sailors advanced to the final 2-1 on aggregate and in the process became the first team from Singapore to qualify for an Asian clubs championship final.

The result takes Lion City through to a meeting with Sharjah FC of the United Arab Emirates, who defeated Saudi Arabia’s Al Taawoun on Tuesday to confirm their progress to the decider.

Sharjah live up to Olaroiu's expectations

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Sharjah live up to Olaroiu's expectations

Sharjah: Cosmin Olaroiu hailed the performance of his players after Sharjah FC booked their spot in the final of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 in dramatic fashion on Tuesday.

The UAE's side dreams looked to have been crushed with the second leg goalless and in stoppage time with Al Taawoun FC leading 1-0 on aggregate.

Sharjah turned the match on its head when Ousmane Camara drew them level in the fourth minute of added time with substitute Firas Ben Arbi rifling home the winner five minutes later.

Arkadag advance to final in stunning fashion

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Arkadag advance to final in stunning fashion

Arkadag City: FC Arkadag completed a stunning turnaround to book their spot in the AFC Challenge League™ 2024/25 final after defeating Al Arabi SC 3-0 in their semi-final second leg at the Arkadag Stadium on Wednesday.

A brace from Sanazar Tirkisow and one from Altymyrat Annadurdyyew saw the side from Turkmenistan advance 3-2 on aggregate, with either Indonesia’s Madura United or Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC of Cambodia their opponents in the final.

First-ever AFC eChampions League Elite set for historic debut

Tue, 15 Apr, 2025

First-ever AFC eChampions League Elite set for historic debut

Kuala Lumpur: The best football eSports talents in Asia will convene in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah when the inaugural AFC eChampions League Elite (eACL Elite) kicks off on April 24, 2025.

Hosted at the spectacular King Abdullah Sports City Sports Hall, the landmark event will run alongside the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals Jeddah 2025, where the Continent’s top eight clubs will compete for glory from April 25 to May 3.