Qualifiers - Group F: Japan 11-0 IR Iran; Malaysia 2-0 Guam

Sun, 10 Aug, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Japan 11-0 IR Iran; Malaysia 2-0 Guam

Kuala Lumpur: Japan confirmed their ticket to the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ Thailand with an 11-0 win over Islamic Republic of Iran on Sunday.

The triumph meant six-time champions Japan topped Group F of the Qualifiers with nine points, scoring 32 goals and conceding none.

Malaysia defeated Guam 2-0 in the later match to finish third.

www.the-afc.com/en/more/photo/3104747

www.the-afc.com/en/more/photo/3104749

www.the-afc.com/en/more/photo/3104751

www.the-afc.com/en/more/photo/3105016

www.the-afc.com/en/more/photo/3105182

#U20WAC Qualifiers: MD3 Results & Reports

Mon, 11 Aug, 2025

#U20WAC Qualifiers: MD3 Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ Thailand 2026 Qualifiers concluded on Sunday, with 11 teams booking their tickets to next April's Finals.

Matchday Three of the Qualifiers was filled with thrills and spills with history created and a long-awaited return to the Finals achieved with the teams now setting their eyes on next April's showdown in Thailand.

Son makes instant impact in LAFC debut

Sun, 10 Aug, 2025

Son makes instant impact in LAFC debut

Chicago: Korea Republic star Son Heung-min made his Major League Soccer debut for Los Angeles FC Saturday, providing a burst of energy as a second-half substitute in a 2-2 draw with the Fire in Chicago.

Son was brought down for a penalty in the 77th minute that Denis Bouanga converted to clinch a draw in the 81st minute - VAR confirming the spot-kick after the referee had allowed play to continue.

Nunez joins Al Hilal; Martinez signs for Al Nassr

Sun, 10 Aug, 2025

Nunez joins Al Hilal; Martinez signs for Al Nassr

Kuala Lumpur: Darwin Nunez's transfer to Al Hilal SFC from English champions Liverpool has been finalised while centre-back Inigo Martinez has moved from Barcelona to Al Nassr Club.

Japan international winger Junya Ito has returned to Belgian outfit KRC Genk while Indonesia captain Jay Idzes has signed for Italy’s newly promoted Serie A side US Sassuolo.

Itakura moves to Ajax

Sat, 09 Aug, 2025

Itakura moves to Ajax

Amsterdam: Japan defender Ko Itakura has signed for Dutch giants Ajax Amsterdam from Germany’s Borussia Monchengladbach, the Eredivisie outfit announced on Saturday.

The 28-year-old centre-half has joined on a four-year deal as he returns to the Netherlands having previously spent two seasons on loan with Groningen from Manchester City.

Koo: Football’s constant evolvement requires consistent hard work

Sat, 09 Aug, 2025

Koo: Football’s constant evolvement requires consistent hard work

Kuala Lumpur: Former Korea Republic captain Koo Ja-cheol knows what it takes to reach the summit of football and how to stay there.

A veteran of two FIFA World Cups and the AFC Asian Cup™ 2011 top scorer, the former midfielder’s footballing journey took him from Jeju to Germany, the Olympics podium and back again.

Now working as a youth adviser at Jeju United, Koo recently spoke with the-AFC.com, sharing insights on Korea Republic, the evolution of football and what separates world class players from the rest.