#U20WAC Qualifiers draw to set stage for Asia’s rising stars

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

#U20WAC Qualifiers draw to set stage for Asia’s rising stars

Kuala Lumpur: The quest towards Continental glory will begin for the future stars of Asian football when the official draw ceremony for the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ Qualifiers takes place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Monday at 3pm.

The competition, which transitioned from its erstwhile identity of a U19 competition to a U20 contest in 2022, will see 33 teams compete from August 2 to 10 for the 11 available spots to join hosts Thailand in the Finals next year.

Know Your Teams: Yokohama F. Marinos (JPN)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Yokohama F. Marinos (JPN)

Kuala Lumpur: Yokohama F. Marinos have to desperately regain their form if they are to stand a chance of bettering last season's AFC Champions League™ runners-up finish.

A poor start to their domestic season sees Marinos at the bottom of the J1 League standings and this does not augur well for their chances of going all the way in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25.

Know Your Teams: Kawasaki Frontale (JPN)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Kawasaki Frontale (JPN)

Kuala Lumpur: Kawasaki Frontale will be seeking a first ever appearance in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 semi-finals when the action kicks off in Jeddah on Friday.

The Japanese side will face Al Sadd SC on Sunday, with the Qatar side on a high after having retained the Qatar Stars League title.

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Taif: The AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 came to a close on Sunday with Uzbekistan sealing their second title in magnificent fashion.

As the dust settles on yet another riproaring festival showcasing the best rising talent across Asia, the-AFC.com takes a look at the fascinating facts and figures from the tournament.

Europe Wrap: Dabbagh stars for Aberdeen

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

Europe Wrap: Dabbagh stars for Aberdeen

Kuala Lumpur: Palestine forward Oday Dabbagh made it a week to remember when his strike in time added on sent Aberdeen into the Scottish Cup final, while Japan’s stars led the rest of the Asian contingent in showcasing their skills for the biggest clubs in the world.

Follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe this past week.

AFC eChampions League Elite: All You Need to Know

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

AFC eChampions League Elite: All You Need to Know

Jeddah: The AFC eChampions League Elite™ 2025 will take place at the King Abdullah Sports City Sports Hall from April 24 to 28, with 16 teams vying to find their place in history as inaugural champions.

As the teams prepare to come together and script a new chapter in the AFC’s legacy, the-AFC.com takes you on a deep dive into what to expect.

Ismoilov hails Uzbekistan’s indomitable spirit

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Ismoilov hails Uzbekistan’s indomitable spirit

Taif: Head coach Islombek Ismoilov was moved to tears after his Uzbekistan side braved adversity to emerge as the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 champions on Sunday.

The 32-year-old could not hold back his emotions after seeing an inspired second half performance with goals from Muhammad Khakimov and Sadriddin Khasanov overcoming the loss of Nurbek Sarsenbaev and Miraziz Abdukarimov to red cards in the first half.