Qualifiers - Group F: Kuwait 5-0 Maldives; Turkmenistan 3-2 Thailand

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Kuwait 5-0 Maldives; Turkmenistan 3-2 Thailand

Chonburi: Kuwait placed themselves in the driver’s seat in Group F of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Qualifiers after cruising 5-0 past Maldives on Friday.

The win moved Kuwait to nine points, with their cause aided by Turkmenistan defeating Thailand  3-2 in Friday’s other tie. Kuwait lead by three points and only need to avoid defeat against Thailand on Sunday to confirm their ticket to the Finals. 

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#AFCU17 Qualifiers - MD4 Results & Reports

Sat, 29 Nov, 2025

#AFCU17 Qualifiers - MD4 Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Qualifiers are set for a grandstand finish after an exciting Matchday Four on Friday.

Only the seven group winners from the Qualifiers will progress and join the nine AFC representatives from the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 that have already qualified: DPR Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Korea Republic, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, United Arab Emirates and Uzbekistan.

Sunday will see all spots filled so make sure to stay updated on all the action with the-AFC.com.

Asian trio officiate 3rd place match at #U17WC

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Asian trio officiate 3rd place match at #U17WC

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s unwavering efforts to produce world-class referees were once again underlined with the appointment of three Asian officials to the third-place Play-off at the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.

The match, which took place yesterday, saw Italy edge Brazil on penalties following a 0-0 draw.

Qualifiers - Group A: Brunei Darussalam 0-2 Timor-Leste; Bangladesh 2-1 Bahrain; Sri Lanka 0-8 China PR

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Qualifiers - Group A: Brunei Darussalam 0-2 Timor-Leste; Bangladesh 2-1 Bahrain; Sri Lanka 0-8 China PR

Chongqing: Bangladesh and China PR are set for a blockbuster final day clash after both registered their fourth consecutive wins in Group A of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Qualifiers on Friday.

Bangladesh defeated Bahrain 2-1 while China PR strolled to an 8-0 win against Sri Lanka.

Timor-Leste, meanwhile, registered their first points with a 2-0 defeat of Brunei Darussalam.

#ACLElite - Matchday Five: In Numbers

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

#ACLElite - Matchday Five: In Numbers

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Five of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 was another spectacular affair with the continent lit up by exciting games.

The-AFC.com picks out several facts and figures that caught the eye from a pulsating matchday which saw Round of 16 spots being filled.

Park applauds Pohang’s determination; Noh warns Tampines to stay sharp

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Park applauds Pohang’s determination; Noh warns Tampines to stay sharp

Pohang: Head coach Park Tae-ha praised his team after their 2-0 win over BG Pathum United in Group H secured their place in the AFC Champions League Two™ Round of 16 on Thursday.

A brace from Lee Ho-Jae secured the three points for Pohang, who dominated the match with their disciplined defending, limiting Pathum United’s chances.