Suga credits Japan’s work ethic for historic triumph

Sun, 18 May, 2025

Suga credits Japan’s work ethic for historic triumph

Hohhot: Japan head coach Takehiro Suga hailed his side’s perseverance after they edged Thailand 3-2 on penalties to win the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 at the Hohhot Sports Centre on Saturday.

The dramatic final, which ended 3-3 after extra time, saw Japan finally claim their maiden title after finishing runners-up in 2015 and 2018, with Suga attributing the end of the long wait to collective leadership and meticulous preparation.

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Soleimani dedicates World Cup qualification to IR Iran

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Soleimani dedicates World Cup qualification to IR Iran

Hohhot: While they may have fallen short of retaining their AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ title, the Islamic Republic of Iran were still able to achieve their goal of qualification for the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup after their third-place playoff win on Saturday.

A gritty 3-1 victory against China PR allowed the Central Asians to claim the final berth on offer in Hohhot and head coach Forouzan Soleimani hailed the achievement as something that is built on the collective efforts of the women’s futsal community back home.

Japan edge Thailand to end title wait

Sun, 18 May, 2025

Japan edge Thailand to end title wait

Hohhot: Japan defeated Thailand 3-2 on penalties in the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 final at the Hohhot Sports Centre on Saturday, with the thrilling tie ending 3-3 at the end of extra time. 

Having twice taken the lead, Japan had to force their way back into the final after Thailand went ahead in extra time as the East Asian side finally lifted the trophy after having finished runners-up in both previous editions.

Japan’s Oino named MVP

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Japan’s Oino named MVP

Hohhot: Sara Oino crowned a magnificent AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 campaign on Saturday by being named the Most Valuable Player after leading Japan to a historic triumph.

The 24-year-old put in a series of impressive displays in Hohhot, including a goal and an assist in the victory on penalties against Thailand in the final that ended 3-3 after extra time, as she played a key role in Japan’s maiden title win.

Inoue scoops Best Goalkeeper award

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Inoue scoops Best Goalkeeper award

Hohhot: A standout campaign in goal by Nene Inoue saw her named Best Goalkeeper of the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 on Saturday as she led Japan to a historic crown.

The 29-year-old custodian saved two spot-kicks in their penalty shootout victory against Thailand in the final, after the thrilling encounter had ended 3-3 following extra time.

IR Iran’s Torkaman wins Top Scorer honour

Sat, 17 May, 2025

IR Iran’s Torkaman wins Top Scorer honour

Hohhot: With four goals for Islamic Republic of Iran prior to the third-place playoff, Maral Torkaman added two more on Saturday against China PR to emerge as the AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup™ and help lead her side to the FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup Philippines 2025.

The 22-year-old cemented her status as one of Asia’s brightest futsal stars on her competition debut, showcasing her deadly finishing and also adding one assist.

IR Iran defeat China PR to book World Cup ticket

Sat, 17 May, 2025

IR Iran defeat China PR to book World Cup ticket

Hohhot: The Islamic Republic of Iran overcame China PR in the third-place playoff of the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 on Saturday to seal their place at the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup Philippines 2025.

The two-time champions ended their campaign on a high in front of a raucous partisan crowd at the Hohhot Sports Centre, as the 3-1 victory ensured that they will join Thailand and Japan at the inaugural World Cup come November.

#AWCL - Facts & Figures

Sun, 18 May, 2025

#AWCL - Facts & Figures

Wuhan: The AFC Women's Champions League™ 2024/25 is fast reaching its climax with just four teams still in the running to lift the coveted title. 

The inaugural season - from the preliminary round to the quarter-finals - of the tournament has seen its fair share of thrills and spills.

With the semi-finals only three days away, the-AFC.com takes a closer look at the interesting facts and figures from what has been a memorable campaign thus far.

Preview - Final: Lion City Sailors FC (SGP) v Sharjah FC (UAE)

Sun, 18 May, 2025

Preview - Final: Lion City Sailors FC (SGP) v Sharjah FC (UAE)

Singapore: Lion City Sailors FC head coach Aleksandar Rankovic and his Sharjah FC counterpart Cosmin Olaroiu believe the AFC Champions League Two 2024/25 final will be a closely contested affair.

The sides will meet at the Bishan Stadium on Sunday, with both seeking to create history on the continental stage with the Sailors aiming to become the first side from Singapore to win an Asian title while Sharjah are seeking their first international crown.

#ACLTwoFinal - Players to watch

Wed, 14 May, 2025

#ACLTwoFinal - Players to watch

Singapore: History beckons for either Lion City Sailors FC or Sharjah FC with both teams aspiring to claim their first continental crown when they square off in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 final on Sunday.

Key players spearheaded their respective journeys with glory now just one match away. 

The-AFC.com looks at a trio of players from the Singaporean and Emirati sides who could prove to be the difference makers at the Bishan Stadium.

#ACLTwoFinal: Facts & Figures

Sat, 17 May, 2025

#ACLTwoFinal: Facts & Figures

Singapore: Singapore's Lion City Sailors FC and Sharjah FC of the United Arab Emirates are set for a blockbuster showdown in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 final on Sunday.

Both had to overcome tough journeys to make the decider and with the final fast approaching, the-AFC.com takes a look at the teams' key facts and figures.

#ACLTwo 2024/25 Match Predictor: Semi-Final Summary & Road to Final Preview

Fri, 16 May, 2025

#ACLTwo 2024/25 Match Predictor: Semi-Final Summary & Road to Final Preview

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 semi-finals produced some of the most memorable matches of the campaign so far. 

Are you still buzzing from Sharjah FC’s late turnaround against Al Taawoun? Or perhaps you’re left stunned by Bart Ramselaar’s wonder strike for Lion City Sailors FC? Whatever the case may be, you’re in the right spot to soak in those memories again!  

If you haven’t been playing our free-to-join Match Predictor up to now, it’s now or never to sign up and get involved ahead of the grand finale: https://www.the-afc.com/en/acl_two_predictor.html 

With that, let’s get to the semi-final recaps.