Preview - Q-final: IR Iran v Yemen

Sun, 25 Jun, 2023

Preview - Q-final: IR Iran v Yemen

Pathum Thani: Islamic Republic of Iran and Yemen will both not hold back when they face-off in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 quarter-final at the Thammasat Stadium on Sunday.

Iran, the AFC U-16 Championship winners in 2008, will be aiming to reach their first final since finishing runners-up in 2016, while Yemen have advanced to the knockout stage for the first time since finishing second in 2002.

An added incentive for the winners will be a confirmed spot in the FIFA U17 World Cup Indonesia 2023. 

Vote for your Best Goal of the #AFCU17 Group Stage

Fri, 23 Jun, 2023

Vote for your Best Goal of the #AFCU17 Group Stage

Bangkok: The AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 group stage drew to a close on Friday with eight teams advancing to the quarter-finals and eight sides heading home. 

With some of Asia’s finest young talent from across the continent on display, there has been no shortage of great goals. We’ve selected 10 fantastic strikes and ask you, the fans, to decide which should be named the best of the group stage. 
 
So, review our nominees below and cast your vote in the poll at the bottom of the article. 

Darvishaali, Faisal confident of chances

Sat, 24 Jun, 2023

Darvishaali, Faisal confident of chances

Pathum Thani: Erfan Darvishaali is confident Islamic Republic of Iran can end their title drought ahead of their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand quarter-final against Yemen on Sunday.

Since winning the AFC U-16 Championship title in 2008, Iran have only reached the final once - in 2016 when they finished runners-up to Iraq.

Preview - Q-final: Thailand v Korea Republic

Sun, 25 Jun, 2023

Preview - Q-final: Thailand v Korea Republic

Pathum Thani:  Thailand will face arguably their sternest test of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 to date when they take on Korea Republic in the quarter-finals on Sunday. 

It is only the third time that the hosts have made it to the knockout stage in 12 tournament appearances and their first since 1998, when they won their sole title.
 
Their opponents, on the other hand, have progressed from the group stage for the 10th time in 15 involvements, going on to lift the trophy in 1986 and 2002.

Phongsakorn, Kim equally determined to deliver

Sat, 24 Jun, 2023

Phongsakorn, Kim equally determined to deliver

Pathum Thani: Thailand’s Phongsakorn Sangkasopha is confident the young War Elephants are more than equipped to take on Korea Republic in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 quarter-final on Sunday.

Thailand are brimming with confidence after topping Group A with a perfect record of three wins and Phongsakorn believes this will carry them not only into the semi-finals but also to the FIFA U17 World Cup Indonesia 2023. 

Rakhmatullaev wants improvement in Uzbekistan attack

Sat, 24 Jun, 2023

Rakhmatullaev wants improvement in Uzbekistan attack

Pathum Thani: It was not pretty, but Uzbekistan got the job done on Friday with a 1-0 win against Vietnam to seal a place in the last eight of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023.

A goal from Shodiyor Shodiboev in the 24th minute clinched three points and second place in Group D at the Thammasat Stadium, which confirmed their seventh knockout stage qualification in their 10th tournament appearance.

Japan’s 8-4 victory over India in the other match saw them progress as group winners due to a superior goal difference.

Japan’s Moriyama to focus on recovery ahead of Australia showdown

Sat, 24 Jun, 2023

Japan’s Moriyama to focus on recovery ahead of Australia showdown

Bangkok: While delighted with their stunning 8-4 win over India in their final AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 Group D tie on Friday, Japan head coach Yoshiro Moriyama said that his focus had already moved on to ensuring a swift and complete recovery of his squad.

Japan finished their group stage campaign as toppers and will face Australia in the quarter-finals on Monday.

Tactical patience key to Australia’s progress, says Di Pizio

Sat, 24 Jun, 2023

Tactical patience key to Australia’s progress, says Di Pizio

Bangkok: Midfielder Miguel Di Pizio believes Australia’s patient game was the winning formula for their 2-0 defeat of Tajikistan which booked their spot in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 quarter-finals.

The Joeys needed goals from Daniel Bennie and Nathan Amanatidis to see off Tajikistan at the Rajamangala Stadium on Thursday and will now play Japan in the quarter-finals.

Al Hilal sign Neves from Wolves

Sat, 24 Jun, 2023

Al Hilal sign Neves from Wolves

Riyadh: Former AFC Champions League™ winners Al Hilal SFC have signed Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Ruben Neves, the Saudi Pro League side announced on Friday.

Neves, a graduate of Porto FC academy, was the youngest Portuguese to play in the UEFA Champions League at the age of 17 years and five months, breaking Cristiano Ronaldo’s record. A year later, he became the youngest ever captain in the competition.

Indonesia, Uzbekistan picked to host key FIFA tournaments

Sat, 24 Jun, 2023

Indonesia, Uzbekistan picked to host key FIFA tournaments

Zurich: The FIFA Council has unanimously appointed the United States as the host of the new and expanded 32-team FIFA Club World Cup that is due to take place in 2025, at its meeting held by video conference from the Home of FIFA.

The host selection process took into consideration the infrastructure and service requirements, as well as broader strategic objectives for the tournament.