#AFCU23 - Trip down memory lane

Sun, 03 Sep, 2023

#AFCU23 - Trip down memory lane

Kuala Lumpur: The race to reach the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Qatar 2024 kicks off on Wednesday with 42 teams bidding for the 15 available slots in the Finals.

It promises to be a thrilling affair as the teams will not only be chasing continental glory but also three automatic spots to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
 
As the sides get set for pulsating action between September 6-12, the-AFC.com takes a look at previous editions of the tournament.

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All set for thrilling #AFCU23 Qatar 2024 qualifying battle

Wed, 30 Aug, 2023

All set for thrilling #AFCU23 Qatar 2024 qualifying battle

Kuala Lumpur: The quest to reach the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Qatar 2024 begins for 42 teams next week as they aim to join the hosts at the tournament proper next year.

Over the course of a three-matchday week between September 6 to 12, 11 groups – nine of four and two of three – in the Qualifiers will each be played at a centralised venue in a single round-robin format.

Asia’s best women’s teams poised for AFC Women’s Club Championship™ return

Fri, 01 Sep, 2023

Asia’s best women’s teams poised for AFC Women’s Club Championship™ return

Kuala Lumpur: The stage will be set for the return of Asia’s premier women's football club competition when eight club champions from as many Member Associations (MAs) discover their battle lines at the official draw ceremony of the AFC Women’s Club Championship™ 2023 - Invitational Tournament on Thursday. 

Taking place from November 6 to 12, the tournament will give way to the AFC Women’s Champions League from the 2024/25 season. 

Ronaldo nets 850th career goal in Al Nassr masterclass

Sun, 03 Sep, 2023

Ronaldo nets 850th career goal in Al Nassr masterclass

Riyadh: Cristiano Ronaldo scored once and made two assists as Al Nassr cruised to a 5-1 win over Al Hazm in a 2023/24 Saudi Pro League tie on Saturday.

It was the Portugal star's 850th career goal as Al Nassr registered their third consecutive win after having opened their season with two defeats.
 
There was misery for Al Ahli Saudi FC as a 5-1 defeat to Al Fateh not only ended their perfect start but denied them a chance to move top of the standings while Al Taawoun sit in second place after a 4-1 victory against Al Wehda.  

China PR's Li Mengwen moves to Albion

Sat, 02 Sep, 2023

China PR's Li Mengwen moves to Albion

Brighton: China PR international Li Mengwen has signed for English side Brighton & Hove Albion.

The 28-year-old left-back joins Brighton following the expiration of her contract with Chinese Super League club Jiangsu.

Jordan's Etihad Club edge Amman FC to lift title

Sat, 02 Sep, 2023

Jordan's Etihad Club edge Amman FC to lift title

Amman: Etihad Club emerged champions of the Women's Clubs Tournament (Saudi Arabia-Jordan) 2023 with a 2-1 win over Amman FC on Friday. 

Al Nassr FC finished third following a 1-0 defeat of Orthodox Club.

Muscat determined to steer Marinos into uncharted territory

Sat, 02 Sep, 2023

Muscat determined to steer Marinos into uncharted territory

Yokohama: Kevin Muscat will lead Yokohama F Marinos into the 2023/24 AFC Champions League™ with the aim of taking the J.League champions deeper into the competition than ever before. 

The Australian tells the-AFC.com of his hopes for the new campaign.