Maryam Irandoost – The pioneering coach taking IR Iran’s women’s national team to new frontiers

Sun, 16 Jan, 2022

Maryam Irandoost – The pioneering coach taking IR Iran’s women’s national team to new frontiers

Kuala Lumpur: As the Islamic Republic of Iran embark on their first appearance at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™, head coach Maryam Irandoost is tasked not only with succeeding on the pitch but transforming perceptions off it.

In the latest Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s immensely popular “It’s My Game” series, the woman behind IR Iran’s women’s national team explains where the game has come from and the future of women’s football in the country.

“I feel proud” – Indonesia’s Muzdalifah eager to make a mark at India 2022

Sun, 16 Jan, 2022

“I feel proud” – Indonesia’s Muzdalifah eager to make a mark at India 2022

Jakarta: Hundreds of thousands in her homeland already follow her every move, now it’s the rest of Asia’s turn to meet Zahra Muzdalifah.

A standout when Indonesia secured their place at AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022 after a three-decade absence from the tournament, the talented youngster is now firmly focused on taking on the continent’s best, starting with Australia on Thursday.

On the eve of Garuda Pertiwi’s historic campaign, one the team’s brightest stars joined the-AFC.com to discuss her path to the international stage, what to expect in India and the ups and downs of being one of the most followed women’s footballers in the world.

Meet the 2022 AFC Cup Debutants

Sat, 15 Jan, 2022

Meet the 2022 AFC Cup Debutants

Kuala Lumpur: With five new debutants having qualified directly to the group stage of the 2022 AFC Cup, the-AFC.com takes a look at the teams aiming to make a good first impression in the competition ahead of Monday’s draw.

The official draw ceremony will commence at 16:00 hours (UTC+8) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Click HERE to view the draw live! 

Group A: Players to Watch

Sat, 15 Jan, 2022

Group A: Players to Watch

Kuala Lumpur: With the 20th edition of the highly anticipated AFC Women’s Asian Cup in India kicking off on January 20, the-AFC.com looks at four stars who could shine in a competitive-looking Group A.

Returning for the first time in nearly two decades, hosts India go up against eight-time champions China PR, three-time winners Chinese Taipei and debutants Islamic Republic of Iran. Here's our quartet of players to look out for. 

AFC Champions League and AFC Cup 2022 draws set to reveal thrilling matches

Fri, 14 Jan, 2022

AFC Champions League and AFC Cup 2022 draws set to reveal thrilling matches

Kuala Lumpur: Asia’s top clubs will discover their Group Stage opponents when the draw ceremonies for the Continent’s two major club competitions are held in Kuala Lumpur on Monday, January 17.

The Group Stage draws for both the AFC Champions League and AFC Cup 2022 will be conducted virtually at 2pm and 4pm (GMT+8) respectively. 

Participants praise impact of AFC MAs and RAs General Secretaries’ Conference 2022

Sat, 15 Jan, 2022

Participants praise impact of AFC MAs and RAs General Secretaries’ Conference 2022

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs) General Secretaries’ Conference 2022 successfully concluded today, completing three days of knowledge-sharing and collaboration among Asia’s senior football leaders.

Industry specialists from Asia and beyond delivered valuable insights on a range of topics on the final day of the landmark Conference, which drew praise from the General Secretaries across the Asian football family.