#AsianQualifiers – Indonesia's Romenij wins Best Goal of MD7 & 8 poll

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#AsianQualifiers – Indonesia's Romenij wins Best Goal of MD7 & 8 poll

Kuala Lumpur: Indonesia's Ole Romenij's strike against Bahrain has been voted as the best goal of MD7 & 8 in the third round of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26.

Romenij scored the winner in the 24th minute after converting Marselino Ferdinan's layoff to claim a vital three points against Bahrain. The Oxford United forward garnered 76% of the votes.

Check out the nominees once again and view the final result below.

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Thailand 2025 - Facts & Figures

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

Thailand 2025 - Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: The curtains came down on the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 with Islamic Republic of Iran retaining the title with victory over Oman on Sunday.

The Jomtien Beach Arena witnessed high quality action over two weeks and as the sand settles, the-AFC.com highlights some interesting facts and figures from a truly memorable tournament.

Europe Wrap: Japan’s stars keep momentum going

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

Europe Wrap: Japan’s stars keep momentum going

Kuala Lumpur: Japan’s internationals, who took their team to the FIFA World Cup 2026 after Matchday 8 of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 last week, continued playing pivotal roles in giving their respective clubs victory across European leagues.

The rest of the Asian contingent followed suit, ensuring the continent’s leading names kept impacting the game at the highest level.
 
Follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe this past week.

Saudi Arabia 2025: Players to watch

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Saudi Arabia 2025: Players to watch

Taif: The AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 kicks off on Thursday with 16 teams vying for the coveted title.

As the countdown to the kick-off gathers pace, the-AFC.com highlights a key player from each team. 

Saudi Arabia 2025 - Know Your Teams

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

Saudi Arabia 2025 - Know Your Teams

Kuala Lumpur: The stage is set for the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 with the 16 teams converging on the cities of Jeddah and Taif.

Ahead of the action kicking off on Thursday, the-AFC.com takes a deep look at the four groups with the teams not only chasing continental glory but also tickets to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: Since its inception in 1985, the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ has been a true proving ground for tomorrow’s football stars.

The-AFC.com goes back in time to some of the most iconic and standout occasions in the tournament’s 40-year history.

#AFCU17 squads announced

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#AFCU17 squads announced

Kuala Lumpur: The 16 contenders for the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 have named the 23-strong squads they hope will steer them to glory.

With just five days remaining until the 20th edition of AFC U17 Asian Cup kicks off, most teams have included the players who featured prominently in their respective qualifying campaigns.

West Asia Wrap: Al Duhail maintain narrow lead; Shahab Al Ahli well clear

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

West Asia Wrap: Al Duhail maintain narrow lead; Shahab Al Ahli well clear

Doha: Al Duhail SC are closing in on the Qatar Stars League title after a crucial 2-0 win against Al Gharafa SC on Saturday.

Shabab Al Ahli, meanwhile, played to a stalemate with Sharjah FC as they stayed well clear in the UAE Pro League.

There was also action in Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait and Lebanon so join the-AFC.com as we review the latest round of matches across West Asia after the international break.

Central & South Asia Wrap: ISL semi-finalists confirmed; Tractor keep on rolling

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

Central & South Asia Wrap: ISL semi-finalists confirmed; Tractor keep on rolling

Mumbai: Bengaluru FC and Jamshedpur FC made the semi-finals of the Indian Super League while Tractor extended their lead in the Iran Pro League with their sixth consecutive unbeaten match.

The leading teams in the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan began to assert themselves so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the domestic action across Central and South Asia this past week.

ASEAN Wrap: Svay Rieng, Buriram United stay in control

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

ASEAN Wrap: Svay Rieng, Buriram United stay in control

Kuala Lumpur: Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC maintained their narrow advantage in Cambodia while Auckland FC extended their lead in Australia.

In Thailand, Buriram United held firm at the top with a crucial victory, Manila Digger continued their strong form in the Philippines while the Singapore Cup semi-finalists were confirmed.
 
There was also action in Indonesia, Laos and Vietnam so join the-AFC.com in our review of the past week’s domestic action across ASEAN.

East Asia Wrap: Kashima Antlers edge Vissel Kobe; crucial win for Shandong Taishan

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

East Asia Wrap: Kashima Antlers edge Vissel Kobe; crucial win for Shandong Taishan

Hong Kong: Kashima Antlers defeated defending champions Vissel Kobe as they widened their lead at the top of the J1 League to three points.

Shandong Taishan pulled off a dramatic comeback to edge Meizhou Hakka in a seven-goal thriller as they took a share of the top spot in the Chinese Super League.

In Korea Republic, Daejeon stayed first despite being held while defending champions Ulsan HD suffered a shock defeat to Pohang Steelers. Tai Po took pole position in Hong Kong with a dominant victory and Falcons moved to the summit in Mongolia.

Join the-AFC.com in our weekly review of the East Asian domestic scene.