China PR’s Li wants goals to match performance

Tue, 07 May, 2024

China PR’s Li wants goals to match performance

Bali: Li Yuhan produced an eye-catching performance for China PR as they asserted themselves as early contenders for a place in the semi-finals of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024.

Li was a constant menace to Australia’s defence in a 3-0 win for the Chinese at Bali United Training Center in their Group B opener on Tuesday.

Vote for your best goal of #AFCU23

Sun, 05 May, 2024

Vote for your best goal of #AFCU23

Kuala Lumpur:  With the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ having come to a close following Friday’s final, we reflect on some of the best goals from the tournament and ask you, the fans, to select your favourite. 

Long-range screamers, magnificent solo efforts, stunning free-kicks and superb team moves, the sixth edition of one the continent’s premier youth competitions saw goals from all angles and distances to delight lovers of Asian football across the globe. 

Al Ain in the #ACL

Wed, 08 May, 2024

Al Ain in the #ACL

Riyadh: The United Arab Emirates’ most successful club, Al Ain, return to the AFC Champions League™ final for the fourth time in their history, facing the challenge of Japan’s Yokohama F. Marinos in the 2023/24 edition.

Among West Asian clubs, only two (Al Hilal and Al Sadd) have played in the AFC Champions League more than Al Ain, and only Al Hilal have contested the knockout stages of the competition more times than the Emirati powerhouse. Ahead of the first leg of the final, the-AFC.com revisits Al Ain’s journey in the continental competition over the past two decades.

Group B: Japan 4-0 Thailand

Tue, 07 May, 2024

Group B: Japan 4-0 Thailand

Bali: Japan kicked off their bid for the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 title with a 4-0 win over Thailand at the Captain 1 Wayan Dipta Stadium on Tuesday.

One goal apiece by Shinjo MIharu and Sakaki Manaka and two from Anon Tsuda saw the four-time AFC U-16 Women’s Championship winners go level with China PR, who beat Australia 3-0 in the earlier Group B opener.

Group B: China PR 3-0 Australia

Tue, 07 May, 2024

Group B: China PR 3-0 Australia

Bali: Li Yuhan produced an attacking masterclass as she led China PR to a 3-0 win over Australia in their opening Group B match in the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 on Tuesday.

The left forward laid on one assist, twice hit the post and was a threat to Australia throughout the match, helping China PR to three points.

Dream come true for Philippines’ Collins

Tue, 07 May, 2024

Dream come true for Philippines’ Collins

Bali: The honour and privilege to play for one’s nation is an ambition achieved for Natalie Collins after she played a pivotal role in helping Philippines secure a 6-1 win over Indonesia in the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 on Monday.

Collins, who plays for Heat FC in the Elite Clubs National League in the United States, scored twice in the second half, a display that she feels will make her family very proud.

Philippines’ Cohadzic pleased with ailing players' resilience; Satoru sees big lessons for Indonesia

Tue, 07 May, 2024

Philippines’ Cohadzic pleased with ailing players' resilience; Satoru sees big lessons for Indonesia

Bali: Philippines’ head coach Sinisa Cohadzic was happy to see his side start with an emphatic 6-1 win against Indonesia in Group A of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 on Monday.

Two goals each from Alexa Pino and Natalie Collins with further efforts from Jael Guy and Ariana Markey gave the Philippines a flying start with Cohadzic particularly pleased that his charges overcame medical issues heading into the game.

Jon sets sights on becoming DPR Korea’s football queen

Tue, 07 May, 2024

Jon sets sights on becoming DPR Korea’s football queen

Bali: Despite scoring a hat-trick in DPR Korea’s 7-0 defeat of Korea Republic and being named Player of the Match in the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 Group A tie, Jon Il-Chong still thinks she has a lot more to contribute to her team.

The midfielder produced a sparkling display at the Bali United Training Center on Monday, first assisting teammate Ho Kyong with a pinpoint pass that resulted in DPR Korea’s second goal and then getting her own name on the scoresheet in the 47th, 50th and 88th minutes. 

Song’s tactical nous pays off for DPR Korea

Tue, 07 May, 2024

Song’s tactical nous pays off for DPR Korea

Bali: DPR Korea head coach Song Sung Gwon came away delighted with the way his team performed in their 7-0 defeat of Korea Republic in their Group A opener of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 on Monday.

The three-time AFC U-16 Women’s Championship winners applied pressure from the start at the Bali United Training Center, leaving their opponents very little space to breathe. 

IR Iran fourth in inaugural FIFA Futsal Men's World Ranking

Tue, 07 May, 2024

IR Iran fourth in inaugural FIFA Futsal Men's World Ranking

Kuala Lumpur: Islamic Republic of Iran have debuted in fourth spot in the inaugural FIFA Men’s Futsal World Ranking.  

Iran’s position comes after they clinched the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024, while runners-up Thailand are ninth.

Uzbekistan are the third highest Asian side at 11th.