Lee to lead Korea Republic’s rising stars

Wed, 28 May, 2025

Lee to lead Korea Republic’s rising stars

Kuala Lumpur: Former defender Lee Min-sung has been appointed head coach of the Korea Republic U22 squad, the Korea Football Association (KFA) announced on Tuesday.

Lee will take charge with a key short-term objective of preparing the squad for the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 in January, with the official draw for the Qualifiers set to take place in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.

#AWCL Finals provide backdrop for third module of AFC-JFA Pro Diploma Course

Mon, 26 May, 2025

#AWCL Finals provide backdrop for third module of AFC-JFA Pro Diploma Course

Wuhan: The third module of the AFC–JFA Pro Diploma Course concluded in Wuhan, China PR, on Sunday, marking a significant step forward in nurturing women’s coaching talent across Asia.

A collaborative initiative between the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and the Japan Football Association (JFA), the programme is designed to enhance technical expertise and cultivate leadership among elite female coaches from the Confederation’s Member Associations (MAs).

Final tune-up for hopefuls as Qualifiers beckon

Tue, 27 May, 2025

Final tune-up for hopefuls as Qualifiers beckon

Kuala Lumpur: With less than a month to go before the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ Australia 2026 Qualifiers kick off, teams across the continent are entering the final stretch of preparation.

A busy schedule of international friendlies over the next 10 days will allow teams to fine-tune tactics and build momentum ahead of the qualifying battles set to run from June 23 to July 5.

While 34 teams are vying for spots, only the eight group winners will join defending champions China PR, Korea Republic, Japan and hosts Australia in the Finals, to be staged across three cities on March 1-26, 2026.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at what to expect over the coming days.

Europe Wrap: Trophy joy for Asian stars

Tue, 27 May, 2025

Europe Wrap: Trophy joy for Asian stars

Kuala Lumpur: Korea Republic international Son Heung-min became the first Tottenham Hotspur captain since 2008 to lift a trophy with his side’s capture of the Europa League.

Australian internationals Steph Catley and Caitlin Foord played their parts in Arsenal lifting the UEFA Women’s Champions League trophy. Join the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe this past week.

Australia finish top in latest AFC Women’s Club Competition 2024/25 Rankings

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Australia finish top in latest AFC Women’s Club Competition 2024/25 Rankings

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the latest AFC Women’s Club Competition 2024/25 Rankings, with Australia clinching the top spot.

Having amassed 97.662 points, Australia climbed to pole position ahead of second-placed Korea Republic, with Japan securing the third spot.

#AWCL - Facts & Figures

Sun, 25 May, 2025

#AWCL - Facts & Figures

Wuhan: The AFC Women's Champions League™ 2024/25 came to an exciting end with Wuhan Jiangda Women’s FC of China PR emerging winners on Saturday.

It was a competition filled with thrills and spills and as we eagerly await the next edition, the-AFC.com takes a look at some of the interesting facts and figures from the inaugural season.

West Asia Wrap: Al Gharafa take Amir Cup; Al Shorta move clear

Sun, 25 May, 2025

West Asia Wrap: Al Gharafa take Amir Cup; Al Shorta move clear

Doha: Al Gharafa defeated Al Rayyan SC to lift the Qatar Amir Cup on Saturday.

Al Shorta, meanwhile, opened a three-point lead at the top of the Iraqi Stars League while Al Ittihad continued with their winning ways in Saudi Arabia.

The UAE season came to a close while Safa lead in Lebanon, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across West Asia.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Hazfi Cup finalists decided; champs Mohammedan falter

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Central & South Asia Wrap: Hazfi Cup finalists decided; champs Mohammedan falter

Dhaka: Champions Mohammedan are without a win in two consecutive matches after claiming the Bangladesh Football Premier League last week while Esteghlal FC and Malavan secured their places in the Hazfi Cup final in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

The Bhutan, Kyrgyz Republic, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan leagues saw strong performances from the leading teams, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the domestic action across Central and South Asia this past week.

ASEAN Wrap: Double joy for Buriram; City, Victory set up Melbourne Derby final

Mon, 26 May, 2025

ASEAN Wrap: Double joy for Buriram; City, Victory set up Melbourne Derby final

Kuala Lumpur: Buriram United lifted the Thai FA Cup while in Indonesia, Persib Bandung wrapped up their Liga 1 title-winning campaign with a thrilling 3-2 win over Persis Solo.

Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory booked their places in the A-League Grand Final while Lion City Sailors took a first-leg advantage in their Singapore Cup semi-final.

In Vietnam, pacesetters Nam Dinh will look to close in on the title on Monday, so join the-AFC.com in our weekly wrap of the domestic scene across ASEAN.

East Asia Wrap: Tai Po emerge champions; Marinos defeat Kashima

Mon, 26 May, 2025

East Asia Wrap: Tai Po emerge champions; Marinos defeat Kashima

Hong Kong: Tai Po FC emerged champions of Hong Kong on a dramatic final day while Kashima Antlers stayed top in Japan despite suffering a shock defeat against Yokohama F. Marinos.

Daejeon Hana moved clear in Korea Republic while it remains a two-way race in Macau so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across East Asia.

Asia's finest discover challengers

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Asia's finest discover challengers

Doha: The draw for the expanded FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 on Sunday promised an exciting tournament.

The 48 teams were drawn into 12 groups with the tournament to be played on November 3-27.

Qatar 2025 Draw finalised

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Qatar 2025 Draw finalised

Doha: The stage is set for an exciting FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 following the official draw in Doha on Sunday.

The tournament will take place on December 1-18 where Algeria will be looking to defend their crown, having defeated Tunisia 2-0 at Qatar 2021.

The 16-team tournament will be preceded by a qualifying stage, which will see seven matches.